Senior Traffic & Detour Engineer

Dar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar, a founding member of Sidara group, seeks a Traffic and Detour Engineer in Saudi Arabia to plan and supervise temporary traffic management schemes for road and bridge projects, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with design teams and authorities.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Transportation Engineering degree with at least 15 years of experience and deep knowledge of Saudi MOT/RCRC rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation Eng.
• Minimum 15 years of experience
• Knowledge of Saudi MOT/RCRC regulations
• Strong communication with authorities

Responsibilities

• Plan TMPs and detour designs with design/construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards.
• Coordinate approvals with traffic police and authorities.
• Supervise on-site contractor traffic management works.
• Maintain detour records and safety incidents.
• Prepare progress reports and highlight non-compliance

Skills

Traffic management

Detour planning

Stakeholder coordination

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com.

Our Vision and Values:

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

• Responsibility
• Empowerment
• Connectivity
• Courage

Role Overview:

Traffic and Detour Engineer responsible for planning, designing, reviewing, and supervising all temporary traffic management schemes and detours for road and bridge construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with Saudi traffic regulations and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Traffic Management & Detour Planning
• Prepare and review Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) and detour designs in coordination with the design and construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with MOT / RCRC traffic standards, Saudi Building Codes, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders (traffic police, municipalities, utilities, and client representatives) for approvals of detours and closures.
• Safety & Compliance
• Implement international and local best practices for road safety in work zones.
• Monitor site implementation of traffic diversions, signage, barriers, and lighting.
• Conduct risk assessments for detour operations and recommend mitigation measures.
• Supervision & Monitoring
• Supervise the contractor’s traffic management and detour works on site.
• Inspect installed detours and traffic arrangements, ensuring they are properly executed and maintained.
• Ensure continuous accessibility for emergency services, local residents, and businesses during construction.
• Coordination & Communication
• Liaise with client, authorities, and other stakeholders regarding traffic diversions and road closures.
• Provide technical advice and solutions for unexpected site traffic issues.
• Support project scheduling to minimize disruption to traffic flow.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Review and approve contractor’s traffic detour drawings and method statements.
• Maintain records of traffic management activities and incidents.
• Prepare progress reports and highlight non-compliance or safety concerns.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering / Transportation Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi MOT/RCRC traffic regulations, work zone safety standards, and international best practices.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with authorities and stakeholders.