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About this Project Director – Construction Supervision role at SMEC

SMEC · Onsite · SJ KSA Riyadh

• A global multidisciplinary consultancy with 16,500+ professionals across 40+ countries
• Delivering world-class infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions
• Be part of shaping our business and driving innovation initiatives

About SJ Group:

Surbana Jurong Group is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm. With a strong presence across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, we deliver integrated solutions across the entire project lifecycle—from planning and design to delivery and asset management. Our Middle East operations continue to expand, supporting major infrastructure, transportation, energy, and development projects aligned with national visions and long-term growth strategies.

About the Role:

We are inviting Expressions of Interest from experienced professionals for a Project Director – Construction Supervision role for upcoming major infrastructure projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects from inception through completion
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, construction supervision, commercial, and project controls functions
• Act as the primary client interface, maintaining strong relationships with clients, government authorities, contractors, and stakeholders
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, safety, and contractual requirements
• Monitor project performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies as required
• Oversee contract administration, commercial management, and claims resolution activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and governance requirements
• Drive project excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives across project teams
• Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposals, and strategic growth initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Minimum 20+ years of experience in the delivery of major infrastructure projects, including significant experience in construction supervision and project leadership roles
• Proven track record of successfully leading large, complex infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of project management, construction supervision, contract administration, commercial management, and project controls
• Extensive experience managing client relationships and stakeholder engagement at senior levels
• Experience working within international consultancy environments is highly desirable
• GCC and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia project experience is strongly preferred
• Professional certifications such as PMP, Chartership, or equivalent are advantageous

Why Join SJ?

Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Work alongside world-class teams and contribute to transformative infrastructure projects that support the continued growth and development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

All recruitment activities are handled by our internal Talent Acquisition Team, and this role currently does not require agency input.

Please do not forward resume directly to SJ employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

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About SMEC

SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation-building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our

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