Lawyer / Legal Advisor

WSP

Saudi Arabia

Ref: HP362-441

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Parsons Brinckerhoff has been appointed as a programme management consultant to work on the new Makkah Public Transport Program (MPTP), which will include the new metro line and a major bus network.
The public transport program in Makkah is a plan for an integrated system which covers all means of public transport (metro lines, express bus lines, local buses, and shuttle buses).

The project in Makkah includes a network of trains consisting of four metro lines, with total lengths of 114 km and 62 stations. In addition, the project includes a network of bus transport that covers the city of Makkah in four different levels, including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Local Bus, Feeder Bus Service, and Shuttle Bus that connect the parks (Park and Ride) and Al-Masjid Al-Haram, train stations, and express buses.
This project holds great importance beyond the extensive technical requirements. With its prominent location in the Holy City of Makkah, this project holds strong cultural implications and will fundamentally change the travelling experience of the local population and the millions of visitors. Once completed, this program of work will leave a legacy for generations to come.

Due to this we are currently looking to recruit a Lawyer/Legal Advisor to be part of this major project. The role will be based in Makkah.
This role will be part of an exciting project and represents an exceptional challenge and it is essential that you have a track record in being involved in significant metro projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Law –LLB, Masters preferred –must have
Previous experience as a Lawyer
Extensive experience of working on large scale Metro/ Rail/Infrastructure Projects
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience
Experience in FIDIC form of contract
Extensive knowledge on Construction Law/ Saudi Law.
Must be an Arabic speaker.
Ability to work within a fast paced environment
Should have Middle East experience

About the Company

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With 36,000 talented people in more than 500 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

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