Project Director - Railway

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Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Project Director to lead our railway infrastructure project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As the Project Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of this large-scale railway development, ensuring its successful completion on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Develop and implement comprehensive project management strategies to ensure the successful delivery of the railway project
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of professionals, including engineers, contractors, and consultants
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively, making critical decisions to keep the project on track
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address potential issues
• Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including government officials, regulatory bodies, and community representatives
• Ensure compliance with local and international railway standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key project stakeholders, both internal and external
• Provide regular project status updates and reports to senior management and project sponsors
• Implement best practices in project management and continuously seek opportunities for process improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree in Project Management or related field preferred
• Minimum 20 years of experience including railway project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects
• In-depth knowledge of railway systems, infrastructure, and industry regulations
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams
• Excellent project management skills, including budget management, risk assessment, and stakeholder management
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Outstanding problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
• Experience working on international projects, preferably in the Middle East
• Familiarity with Middle Eastern construction practices and regulations (preferred)
• Willingness to relocate to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10119612

Business Line: Geography OH

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Arabia