Senior Civil Design Director – Megaprojects & BIM Leadership

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial Wellness

Work Life Harmony

Career Development

Veteran Support

Mind & Body Health

Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh seeks a Technical Design Director for Civil Engineering to lead design strategy and coordinate multi-discipline teams on mega-infrastructure and defense facilities in the GCC. You will drive design reviews, stakeholder management, and ensure compliance with SBC and safety standards.

The role requires 20+ years of progressive civil engineering and strong leadership, with Saudi Council of Engineers membership preferred and professional chartership advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 20+ years progressive civil engineering and design management experience.
• Experience on mega-infrastructure projects or government/defense facilities in the GCC.
• Membership or eligibility for Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
• Professional chartership (ICE, P.E., or equivalent) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee civil engineering design strategy, technical reviews, and infrastructure assurance.
• Manage Lead Design Consultants and sub-consultants; liaise with senior clients and authorities.
• Drive coordination across civil, structural, geotechnical, MEP, and security infrastructure.
• Ensure designs meet Saudi Building Codes, civil defense protocols, and defense benchmarks.
• Oversee BIM workflows (Civil 3D/Revit) and comprehensive technical documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Civil design integration

Geotechnical coordination

Multidisciplinary coordination

BIM management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Master's degree or professional chartership preferred

Tools

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Parsons in Riyadh seeks a Technical Design Director for Civil Engineering to lead design strategy and coordinate multi-discipline teams on mega-infrastructure and defense facilities in the GCC. You will drive design reviews, stakeholder management, and ensure compliance with SBC and safety standards.

The role requires 20+ years of progressive civil engineering and strong leadership, with Saudi Council of Engineers membership preferred and professional chartership advantageous.