Project Manager – Wet Utilities

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager – Wet Utilities to lead delivery of potable water, wastewater, irrigation and stormwater networks within a large mixed-use development in Saudi Arabia. A strong background in wet utilities and experience with construction supervision consultants in the Middle East are required.

You will oversee design review, construction supervision, QA, permits, and stakeholder coordination; manage budgets and schedules; and provide leadership to engineers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 8 years in the Middle East (preferably KSA).
• Strong background in wet utilities infrastructure – potable water, sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, and TSE networks.
• Prior experience working with a construction supervision consultant on mixed-use or urban infrastructure development projects.
• In-depth understanding of local authority standards (e.g., NWC, SWCC, RC, MOMRAH, and other KSA utility agencies).
• Proven ability to manage large-scale utility projects from design review through construction and handover.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of wet utility infrastructure packages.
• Manage design review, construction supervision, and QA for networks.
• Liaise with government authorities, utility providers, and stakeholders for permits.
• Oversee project progress, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams of engineers and inspectors.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure safety and environmental standards.
• Prepare project reports, risk assessments, and progress updates.
• Identify design and construction issues and propose mitigations.
• Support tendering, technical evaluations, and contract management.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Construction supervision

Project management

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager – Wet Utilities to lead and manage the delivery of wet utility infrastructure works within a large-scale mixed-use development project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water, wastewater, irrigation, and stormwater networks, with proven experience working for a construction supervision consultant in the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of wet utility infrastructure packages, ensuring compliance with project specifications, local authority requirements, and international standards.
• Manage design review, construction supervision, and quality assurance activities for potable water, TSE, irrigation, and stormwater networks.
• Liaise with government authorities, utility providers, and stakeholders to secure necessary permits, NOCs, and approvals.
• Oversee project progress, budgets, and timelines to ensure deliverables are achieved as per the agreed schedule.
• Provide leadership and technical direction to multidisciplinary teams of engineers and inspectors.
• Monitor contractors’ performance, review method statements, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.
• Prepare and present project reports, risk assessments, and progress updates to senior management and clients.
• Identify design and construction issues proactively and propose effective mitigation measures.
• Support tendering, technical evaluations, and contract management activities related to wet utilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 8 years in the Middle East (preferably KSA).
• Strong background in wet utilities infrastructure – potable water, sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, and TSE networks.
• Prior experience working with a construction supervision consultant on mixed-use or urban infrastructure development projects.
• In-depth understanding of local authority standards (e.g., NWC, SWCC, RC, MOMRAH, and other KSA utility agencies).
• Proven ability to manage large-scale utility projects from design review through construction and handover.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.