Senior Project Manager (water construction)

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WSP is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Construction Management team on a high-profile, iconic infrastructure project in Riyadh. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a global leader in engineering and project management, contributing to one of the most significant developments in the region.

As Senior Project Manager, you will lead the successful delivery of complex water-related construction works on-site, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Your new role, what's involved?

• Oversee the day-to-day management of water-related infrastructure construction activities on-site.
• Act as the client’s main point of contact for all project-related matters, ensuring alignment with overall program objectives.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary construction management teams, including engineers, inspectors, planners, and HSE personnel.
• Monitor project progress and performance against schedule, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure contractor compliance with design, specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage risk, resolve issues, and lead project meetings with stakeholders and contractors.
• Prepare regular reports and provide insights to support project decision-making.
• Uphold WSP’s standards of health, safety, and environmental performance throughout all phases of the construction project.
  
  

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• 20+ years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on water infrastructure projects (e.g., water transmission, distribution, reservoirs, pumping stations, or wastewater systems).
• Proven experience working on major infrastructure projects in the Middle East (KSA experience highly preferred).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and interface effectively with clients and contractors.
• Familiarity with international construction standards and project controls practices.
• PMP or similar project management certification is an advantage.
  
  

What's in it for you?

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

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