Senior IT Engineer

DBB Contracting LLC; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Al Khobar is seeking a Senior IT Engineer to manage and optimize IT infrastructure and networks. This role involves overseeing system upgrades, guiding junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have 5–8 years of experience and strong familiarity with construction industry applications. Attractive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of IT experience in a senior role.
• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure, networks, security, and applications.
• Strong exposure to construction industry applications.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex hardware, software, and network issues escalated from support teams.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes.
• Manage system upgrades, patching, and security hardening.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Network troubleshooting

Problem-solving skills

IT team leadership

Vendor management

Education

Computer Science Degree

Tools

Primavera

Autodesk ACC

Aconex

Job description

Overview

The Senior IT Engineer is responsible for managing, supporting, and optimizing IT infrastructure, networks, and enterprise applications across the organization. This role requires strong technical expertise, hands-on problem-solving skills, and the ability to guide junior IT staff. The successful candidate will ensure system reliability, security, and scalability while supporting business operations and IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex hardware, software, and network issues escalated from Level 1 & 2 support teams.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes to reduce recurring issues.
• Manage system upgrades, patching, and security hardening.
• Oversee setup and configuration of user accounts, profiles, and security policies.
• Ensure compliance with company IT standards, security guidelines, and audit requirements.
• Monitor system performance, availability. Provide technical input on IT projects, ensuring solutions are scalable and secure.
• Support backup strategies.
• Guide and mentor IT Support Engineers, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Act as escalation point for urgent or unresolved tickets.
• Work closely with business units to understand IT needs and provide proactive solutions.
• Maintain clear communication with management regarding risks, issues, and improvement opportunities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of IT experience in senior role.
• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure, networks, security, and enterprise applications.
• Strong exposure to construction industry applications (Primavera, Autodesk ACC, Aconex, etc.).
• Experience in vendor management, budgeting, and contract negotiation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead IT teams across multiple sites.
• Exposure to IT operations in the Middle East (preferably KSA or GCC).

Education

Computer Science Degree

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