Project Manager (Roads & Highways project)

WSP in the Middle East; Riyadh; Presencial; SAR 350 000 - 600 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

WSP in the Middle East seeks an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in construction supervision of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, highways and tunnels in Saudi Arabia or the GCC. The role focuses on leadership, contract administration, and coordinating with clients and authorities to deliver major transportation schemes on time and within budget.

The candidate will oversee QA/QC, HSE on-site, and ensure compliance with Saudi standards and contract documents

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 20+ years in construction supervision of roads, bridges, highways, tunnels.
• 5+ years in Saudi Arabia or GCC consultancy.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects per Saudi standards (MOT, Aramco, etc.).
• Proficiency with contract frameworks such as FIDIC; PMP preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the construction supervision team for major infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, highways, tunnels).
• Manage day-to-day project operations, ensuring compliance with contracts, specs, and local regulations.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and authorities to resolve technical and contractual issues.
• Prepare and manage project schedules, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee QA/QC and HSE compliance on-site.
• Review and approve method statements, shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals.
• Monitor contractor performance, track delays, and support change orders and claims.
• Lead progress meetings and provide regular reports to senior management and the client.
• Ensure milestones and deliverables are met within budget and schedule.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Contract administration

Stakeholder coordination

QA/QC

On-site supervision

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Ferramentas

FIDIC

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking an experienced

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in construction supervision of infrastructure projects such as roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering major transportation projects within the construction consultancy sector in Saudi Arabia or the Gulf region. This role requires effective leadership, technical oversight, contract administration, and stakeholder coordination to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction supervision team for major infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels.
• Manage day-to-day project operations, ensuring compliance with contract documents, specifications, quality standards, and local regulations.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and government authorities to resolve technical and contractual issues.
• Prepare and manage project schedules, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) and health, safety & environmental (HSE) compliance on-site.
• Review and approve project documentation such as method statements, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical submittals.
• Monitor contractor performance, track delays or variations, and support the preparation of change orders and claims.
• Lead progress meetings, provide regular reporting to senior management and the client.
• Ensure project milestones and deliverables are met within budget and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 20 years of experience in construction supervision of roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels.
• At least 5 years of experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region in a consultancy role.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects in accordance with Saudi Arabian standards (MOT, Aramco, or other authorities).
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC or similar contract frameworks.
• Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) is preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.