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Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically strong Water Lead to oversee water-related engineering, design, and project delivery activities in Riyadh, KSA. The ideal candidate will bring extensive engineering expertise, strong connections with local authorities, developers, and contractors, and proven capability in managing proposals and collaborating with global teams and partner consultants.
Your role
Technical Leadership & Project Delivery
- Lead and manage the engineering and design of water infrastructure projects, including networks, transmission systems, pumping stations, and related facilities.
- Provide technical guidance, quality review, and oversight to multidisciplinary design teams.
- Ensure project designs comply with local authority regulations, standards, and client requirements.
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients including government authorities, developers, and major contractors in the Kingdom.
- Act as the primary point of contact for strategic clients and external partners.
- Represent the company in technical meetings, presentations, and workshops with authorities and developers.
Proposal & Business Development
- Lead and contribute to proposal preparation, including technical write-ups, methodologies, resource planning, and cost estimates.
- Support business development activities by identifying opportunities and contributing to strategic pursuits.
- Work closely with regional leadership teams to expand the water business in KSA.
Global Collaboration & Partnerships
- Coordinate and manage deliverables across global design centers and technical hubs.
- Foster strong working relationships with international partners, sub-consultants, and specialist teams.
- Ensure efficient collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and alignment with global best practices.
Location
Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-151341
Salary range
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About you
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, or related discipline) as a minimum; Master's degree preferred.
- 10–15 years of experience in water engineering, design, and project management.
- Strong technical expertise with proven experience working with local authorities, major contractors, and consultants in the region.
- Demonstrated experience in proposal development and handling technical submissions.
- Strong network and relationships with authorities, developers, and contractors in KSA.
- Proven experience collaborating with global teams and managing partnerships with external consultants and sub-contractors.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of KSA water sector standards and approval processes.
- Experience in large-scale water, wastewater, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the KSA market landscape.
- Professional certifications (e.g., Chartered Engineer, PMP) are a plus.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Relocation assistance.
- Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations)
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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