Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Strategic Planning Engineer (Saudi National) for a Global Construction Consulting Firm based in Riyadh.

Location – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Salary – 46,000 SAR/month

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Urban Planning from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic planning and master planning for major national and international development initiatives.
• Extensive experience in master planning for water and wastewater infrastructure systems.
• Strong background in large-scale urban development planning, preferably at national or giga-project level.
• Proven experience in project planning, budgeting forecasts, and capital investment prioritization.
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary planning interfaces and infrastructure interdependencies.
• Experience working internationally, preferably within the Middle East and KSA, with strong cultural and regulatory understanding.
• Strong knowledge of project prioritization methodologies and governance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic preferred).

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Infrastructure Design

• Lead the planning and design of urban water distribution networks, wastewater collection and treatment systems, stormwater management systems, and water resource strategies.
• Develop integrated wet infrastructure master plans aligned with urban growth projections and development strategies.
• Analyze existing infrastructure conditions and forecast future demands to optimize system functionality and sustainability.
• Plan infrastructure layouts considering land use, population density, transport networks, and utility coordination.

Feasibility & Environmental Assessment

• Conduct technical and economic feasibility studies for urban development projects.
• Evaluate environmental impacts including water and air pollution, habitat disruption, and energy consumption.
• Develop strategies to minimize environmental impacts and promote sustainable development practices.
• Assess regulatory, technical, and financial constraints to support informed decision-making.

Data Analysis & Performance Modeling

• Utilize data analytics and modeling tools to evaluate infrastructure performance and future capacity requirements.
• Analyze population growth, consumption patterns, and urban expansion data to inform planning decisions.
• Support optimization of system design and operational efficiency through predictive analysis.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and industry standards.
• Review designs, specifications, and construction documentation to ensure safety, accessibility, and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to secure required permits and approvals.

Stakeholder Coordination & Advisory

• Collaborate with urban planners, architects, developers, government agencies, and community stakeholders to deliver coordinated planning solutions.
• Provide technical expertise during project coordination and implementation phases.
• Support project prioritization, budgeting forecasts, and long-term capital planning initiatives.

Quality & Corporate Compliance

• Ensure adherence to the company’s Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals, and Procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by line management.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Strategic Planning Engineer who is responsible for leading the strategic planning and design of urban water supply, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure systems to support sustainable urban development. The role focuses on delivering integrated, data-driven solutions that align with environmental, regulatory, economic, and master planning objectives. Working closely with government authorities, planners, developers, and multidisciplinary teams, the position ensures safe, efficient, and future-ready wet infrastructure systems across major national and international initiatives.