Senior Dam O&M Engineer — Rehabilitation & Asset Lead

DAR AL RIYADH; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

DAR AL RIYADH seeks a senior dam engineer with extensive experience in operation, maintenance, inspection and rehabilitation of dams and related infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The role requires coordinating civil, structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control disciplines to ensure safe, compliant dam performance.

You will review inspections, instrumentation data, and condition assessments; identify deficiencies and develop practical corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 16 years of professional engineering experience in dam projects.
• Substantial experience in operation, maintenance, inspection, rehabilitation or improvement of dams and associated infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of dam structures, spillways, outlets, gates, drainage systems, foundations and associated electromechanical assets.

Responsibilities

• Monitor dam operation and maintenance activities across the assigned portfolio.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering disciplines (civil, structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control).
• Review the condition and performance of dams and assets; identify deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
• Review inspections, condition assessments, instrumentation data and project documentation.
• Oversee O&M contracts, review contractor submissions, and ensure compliance with plans and safety standards.
• Prepare technical reports, risk assessments and handover documentation; participate in site inspections and audits.

Skills

Technical reporting

Coordination

Leadership

Problem solving

Dam O&M

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

DAR AL RIYADH seeks a senior dam engineer with extensive experience in operation, maintenance, inspection and rehabilitation of dams and related infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The role requires coordinating civil, structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control disciplines to ensure safe, compliant dam performance.

You will review inspections, instrumentation data, and condition assessments; identify deficiencies and develop practical corrective actions.