Senior Engineer - Roads
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About the Role
AECOM seeks an experienced Senior Engineer - Roads to lead the design and delivery of complex road infrastructure projects in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 12+ years of experience, and expertise in large-scale urban master planning and road design.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate comprehensive engineering design on large scale urban master plan projects
- Direct the integration of road infrastructure with high rise development and complex urban systems
- Manage design packages on complex highway schemes and urban transportation networks
- Conduct comprehensive road design and drainage modeling
- Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams
- Work directly with clients, government authorities, and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with local road design standards and regulations
- Mentor and support junior and mid level engineers
- Analyze complex project requirements and constraints
- Prepare comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
- Minimum 12 years of post graduation professional experience in civil engineering, road design, and major infrastructure projects
- Proven track record of leading large scale urban master plan projects with integrated high rise and complex infrastructure components
- Demonstrated expertise in general road design, drainage modeling, and urban transportation networks
- Extensive experience managing multiphase projects from concept through construction completion and contract administration
- Advanced proficiency in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong command of project management principles
- Proven experience preparing comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
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Company Description
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Job Description
- Drive Innovation in Saudi Arabia's Road Infrastructure
- We're seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Engineer Roads to join our dynamic infrastructure team in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate comprehensive engineering design on large scale urban master plan projects, managing diverse road infrastructure components from feasibility studies through construction support and contract administration.
- Direct the integration of road infrastructure with high rise development and complex urban systems, ensuring seamless coordination across all project phases.
- Manage design packages on complex highway schemes and urban transportation networks, ensuring all deliverables meet organizational quality standards and are completed on time and within budget.
- Conduct comprehensive road design and drainage modeling, applying technical expertise to solve challenging engineering problems in dense urban environments.
- Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams, integrating outputs from structures, environmental, utilities, and high rise development disciplines to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Work directly with clients, government authorities, and stakeholders, providing technical guidance through design phases and statutory approval processes specific to Saudi Arabian regulations.
- Ensure compliance with local road design standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements applicable in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Mentor and support junior and mid level engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Analyze complex project requirements and constraints, making decisive recommendations that balance innovation with practical feasibility in large scale urban contexts.
- Prepare comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications for project delivery on major infrastructure programs.
- Maintain transparent communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring clarity on technical decisions and project progress across integrated development initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline (BSc, BEng, MEng, or MSc)
- Minimum 12 years of post graduation professional experience in civil engineering, road design, and major infrastructure projects
- Proven track record of leading large scale urban master plan projects with integrated high rise and complex infrastructure components
- Demonstrated expertise in general road design, drainage modeling, and urban transportation networks
- Extensive experience managing multiphase projects from concept through construction completion and contract administration
- Advanced proficiency in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams (structures, environmental, utilities, high rise development) and integrating diverse technical inputs into cohesive solutions
- Strong command of project management principles, including budget control, schedule management, and resource allocation on complex programs
- Proven experience preparing comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications for large scale infrastructure delivery
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with meticulous attention to detail in complex urban environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environments while exercising independent decision making on technical matters
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced working knowledge of international road design standards and best practices in urban infrastructure
- Extensive experience with statutory planning and design approval processes for large scale developments
- Demonstrated expertise in Middle Eastern infrastructure projects or similar climatic regions
- In depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian road standards, regulations, and local approval procedures
- Proficiency with advanced design software and modeling tools used in road and urban infrastructure engineering
- Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent professional credential)
- Proven track record of mentoring and developing senior level engineers and contributing to organizational capability building
- Experience in sustainable and innovative infrastructure design solutions for urban environments
- Understanding of extreme climate considerations and resilience in infrastructure design (desert conditions, high temperatures)
- Experience integrating high rise development with ground level transportation and utility infrastructure
Domain Expertise
- Large scale urban master planning and integrated infrastructure delivery
- Road infrastructure and highway engineering within urban contexts
- Drainage design and stormwater management in complex urban environments
- Traffic engineering and transportation planning principles
- Geotechnical considerations in road and high rise development design
- Construction methodology, contract administration, and project controls
- Multidisciplinary coordination and integration of high rise development with infrastructure systems
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