Smart Cities Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Smart Cities Manager for a major mixed-use project in Riyadh. The role involves leading digital transformation initiatives, developing smart city solutions, and collaborating with various teams to enhance urban infrastructure. Candidates should have extensive experience in smart city projects and urban planning, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid Annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• More than 15 years of experience in digital transformation and smart city projects.
• Familiar with Master planning and Urban Design processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital transformation and smart city projects across the region.
• Develop Smart City Masterplans based on global trends.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Creativity

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning

Master’s preferred

Tools

ICT systems

Sustainability frameworks

Job description

We are looking for a Smart Cities Manager for a giga mixed-use project based in Riyadh, which encompasses public realm, urban infrastructure elements, high-end residential and cultural assets. The project is currently pending imminent award.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the delivery of digital transformation and smart city projects across the region. Develop analysis, run and engage client teams and stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work products.
2. Provide technical and expert support in the design and preparation of particular actions and inclusive urban development/future city processes.
3. Offer innovative approaches to future city actions by developing Smart City Masterplans and processes, based on global trends but considering local contexts, demands and place-sourced opportunities.
4. Identify traditional urban infrastructure assets (both physical and social) and enhance this with elements of future technology urban infrastructure assets including datasets, networks, connected devices, and sensors, for future smart services and applications.
5. Work alongside our Land Use & Built Environment Master planning and Urban Design teams to identify a portfolio of smart city solutions with potential to improve the quality of life and address dimensions such as Smart Economy, Smart Environment, Net Zero Agenda, Smart Living, Smart Mobility, Smart People and Smart Governance.
6. Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels to cultivate and manage business development opportunities and to be able to develop the appropriate Business Case and next steps to Project realisation.

Required Skills and expertise:

1. Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Engineering, Computer Science or related fields; Master’s preferred from an accredited international university.
2. Experienced in all phases of digital transformation and smart city project more than 15 years.
3. Familiar with Master planning, Urban Design processes, ICT systems and sustainability frameworks (E.g. LEED, ISO 37120).
4. Experience in developing digital strategies and implementing digital transformation in large organisations.
5. Proven ability to work in a customer facing/consulting environment.
6. Experience leading projects through all phases of the lifecycle.
7. Strong appreciation of the ‘Smart Cities Landscape’ in the Middle East and have networks within the supply chain/vendor environment.
8. Strong analytical skills, creativity and communication skills to encourage clients to execute their digital roadmap.
9. Strong Presentation skills.
10. Manage and mentor individuals and teams.
11. Play an active role in support our company values include ED&I, Safety, Integrity & Collaboration.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid Annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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