Senior HSE Manager - Construction & Projects

WSP USA; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East is seeking an experienced HSE Manager for an ongoing Property & Building Supervision Project in Jeddah, KSA. You will lead health, safety and environmental arrangements, supervise HSE Inspectors, and ensure compliance with legal and client requirements across project sites.

The role requires a strong track record in HSE leadership within construction or engineering, fluent English, and knowledge of Middle East safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree/ diploma in OHS, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
• Proven leadership experience in HSE within construction or engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of HSE regulations in the Middle East.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• NEBOSH or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Mandate: Should hold SCE in Health & Safety domain.

Responsibilities

• Manage health, safety and environmental arrangements for the project per WSP HSEQ system.
• Direct HSE Inspectors to ensure site-level compliance with legal and client requirements.
• Develop and deliver HSE training for WSP employees (induction and safe working practices).
• Review contractor HSE plans, risk assessments and method statements for compliance.
• Plan daily morning site visits to verify safety measures before work starts.
• Conduct weekly joint HSE inspections and close out corrective actions.
• Organise HSE meetings with clients, staff, and contractors.
• Initiate and test emergency response plans and drills per schedule.
• Ensure investigation reports are followed up and corrective actions closed out.
• Conduct regular site safety reviews.

Skills

HSE leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

English fluency

NEBOSH certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

WSP Middle East is seeking an experienced HSE Manager for an ongoing Property & Building Supervision Project in Jeddah, KSA. You will lead health, safety and environmental arrangements, supervise HSE Inspectors, and ensure compliance with legal and client requirements across project sites.

The role requires a strong track record in HSE leadership within construction or engineering, fluent English, and knowledge of Middle East safety regulations.