Senior Traffic SME

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Senior Traffic Subject Matter Expert to oversee traffic engineering for a major project in Riyadh. The role requires a minimum of 15 years in traffic engineering, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of local regulations and expertise in temporary traffic management. Leadership and communication skills are essential, complemented by proficiencies in relevant software tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
• Proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of KSA regulatory frameworks including MOT and Riyadh Municipality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead review and supervision of traffic management plans.
• Ensure traffic designs comply with local standards.
• Coordinate with municipal authorities and contractors for traffic diversions.
• Monitor on-site implementation of traffic control measures.
• Identify and mitigate traffic-related risks.
• Provide guidance on traffic flow optimization.
• Mentor junior staff and support capacity building.
• Prepare and present technical reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Construction management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic Engineering

Master’s degree in a related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Synchro

SIDRA

VISSIM

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Traffic Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Transport & Infrastructure team for a major project based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all traffic engineering and traffic management aspects during the construction and operational phases of a large-scale transport infrastructure project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
• Proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure or transport projects within Saudi Arabia or the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of KSA regulatory frameworks, including MOT, Riyadh Municipality, and Royal Commission standards.
• Expertise in temporary traffic management (TTM), construction staging, and traffic impact mitigation.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Synchro, SIDRA, VISSIM, or similar tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus but not mandatory.
• Experience coordinating with public sector authorities, contractors, and multidisciplinary supervision teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, approval, and supervision of temporary and permanent traffic management plans and detour strategies.
• Ensure traffic management designs are compliant with local standards, project-specific requirements, and international best practices.
• Coordinate with municipal authorities, contractors, and traffic enforcement for successful implementation of traffic diversions and staging.
• Monitor and supervise on-site implementation of traffic control measures, ensuring safety and minimal disruption to road users.
• Identify and mitigate traffic-related risks, and support interface coordination across multiple contractors and project zones.
• Provide strategic guidance on traffic flow optimization, congestion reduction, and public access during construction.
• Lead the development of incident response plans and ensure emergency access routes are maintained at all times.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to capacity building within the project team.
• Prepare and present technical reports, dashboards, and briefings to project stakeholders.