Associate Director

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director of Infrastructure to join a leading international consultancy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in the Middle East , leading multidisciplinary teams on large-scale infrastructure, highway, and utility projects of city and masterplanning

This is a client-facing leadership role, responsible for the successful delivery of complex infrastructure design portfolios, ensuring strategic alignment, and technical excellence

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, including highways, utilities, and site-wide infrastructure
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams
• Act as the client’s primary point of contact for all infrastructure-related matters, ensuring satisfaction, quality delivery, and commercial performance.
• Contribute to the planning, design strategy, and execution of infrastructure works for large-scale developments
• Work closely with UK and UAE Cities teams
• Support cities team on advisory work
• Ensure all designs comply with local and international standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and interface management with government authorities, municipalities, and developers.
• Manage budgets, project timelines, and resource allocation to ensure optimal delivery.
• Provide technical and strategic input during project bidding, procurement, and negotiations.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and presenting to clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent preferred.
• Strong background experience in infrastructure design and delivery, with significant experience in the Middle East.
• Demonstrated experience leading the design and delivery of highways, utilities, and infrastructure at urban and masterplan scales.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, capable of overseeing multi-office teams and coordinating across disciplines.
• Excellent client engagement, communication, and negotiation skills.