Project Manager Wet Utility

Job description / Role

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced project manager - wet utilities to lead and manage the delivery of wet utility infrastructure works within a large-scale mixed-use development project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water, wastewater, irrigation, and stormwater networks, with proven experience working for a construction supervision consultant in the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of wet utility infrastructure packages, ensuring compliance with project specifications, local authority requirements, and international standards.
• Manage design review, construction supervision, and quality assurance activities for potable water, TSE, irrigation, and stormwater networks.
• Liaise with government authorities, utility providers, and stakeholders to secure necessary permits, NOCs, and approvals.
• Oversee project progress, budgets, and timelines to ensure deliverables are achieved as per the agreed schedule.
• Provide leadership and technical direction to multidisciplinary teams of engineers and inspectors.
• Monitor contractors' performance, review method statements, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.
• Prepare and present project reports, risk assessments, and progress updates to senior management and clients.
• Identify design and construction issues proactively and propose effective mitigation measures.
• Support tendering, technical evaluations, and contract management activities related to wet utilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline (master's preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 8 years in the Middle East (preferably KSA).
• Strong background in wet utilities infrastructure - potable water, sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, and TSE networks.
• Prior experience working with a construction supervision consultant on mixed-use or urban infrastructure development projects.
• In-depth understanding of local authority standards (e.g., NWC, SWCC, RC, MOMRAH, and other KSA utility agencies).
• Proven ability to manage large-scale utility projects from design review through construction and handover.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.