Senior Civil Engineer

PROVEN; Al Jawf Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services provider is seeking a qualified Senior Civil Engineer for a major government airport project in Al Jouf – Sakaka, Saudi Arabia. This role requires strong technical and supervisory skills in civil works, overseeing high-quality construction and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams over a 36-month contract. Qualified candidates should have a degree in engineering, PMP certification preferred, and at least 12 years of experience in mega projects, particularly in government airport projects within the GCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized and accredited university.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of solid experience in mega projects.
• At least 4 years as a Senior Civil Engineer in government airport projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all civil works on-site.
• Monitor construction progress for quality and safety.
• Coordinate with contractors and engineers.
• Review civil engineering plans and documentation.
• Ensure timely execution of work packages.
• Resolve site-related engineering issues.
• Prepare progress reports to support decision-making.

Skills

Supervision and site management capabilities

Structural design software

AutoCAD

Excellent communication skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Arabic

Leadership and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural design applications

Job description

About the Job

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Senior Civil Engineer to support a major government airport project located in Al Jouf – Sakaka. The role requires strong technical and supervisory expertise in civil works, site management, and construction oversight within large-scale GCC projects.

About Proven

Proven is a leading professional services and talent solutions provider across the GCC, delivering exceptional recruitment support and project-based workforce services. We partner with renowned organizations to supply highly skilled professionals for complex, high-impact projects across various sectors.

About the Client

Our client is a prominent government entity responsible for the development and execution of strategic infrastructure projects, including large-scale airport programs aimed at enhancing national transportation capabilities and future growth.

About the Role / Role Overview

The Senior Civil Engineer will be responsible for supervising and managing civil engineering activities on-site for a government airport project. This role involves ensuring high-quality construction execution, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining adherence to project timelines and standards over a 36-month contract duration.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all civil works on-site in accordance with project specifications and standards.
• Monitor construction progress, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, engineers, and project managers throughout project phases.
• Review civil engineering plans, reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure timely execution of work packages and resolve site-related engineering issues.
• Utilize civil engineering tools and software, including AutoCAD and structural design applications.
• Prepare regular progress reports and support project decision-making processes.

Requirements

Education / Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized and accredited university.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 12 years of solid experience in mega projects (with attested certificates).
• At least 4 years as a Senior Civil Engineer in government airport projects within the GCC.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong supervision and site management capabilities for civil construction works.
• Good background in structural design software and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.