Job description
Role Overview
Irrigation Engineer at Egis Group, Project Management Office (PMO) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Company Overview
Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services, operating in 100 countries with 19,500 employees. In the Middle East, Egis has 3,500 employees across 8 countries and has delivered over 700 complex development projects. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), the Group provides comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services to regional governments, investors, and developers.
Role Purpose
Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of irrigation systems for urban development projects. Serve as a technical lead within the PMO, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while supporting the city's sustainable water management objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
- Manage and coordinate irrigation engineering projects from conception through completion.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Experience managing budgets and resources for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Design & Technical Development
- Develop and review technical specifications, design drawings, and engineering documentation for irrigation systems using industry-standard software and tools.
- Analyze water resource requirements and design efficient irrigation solutions that optimize water usage and support sustainability goals.
- Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for irrigation infrastructure in urban environments.
Stakeholder Coordination & Compliance
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including urban planners, contractors, environmental specialists, and government stakeholders to ensure project success.
- Ensure alignment with urban planning objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and best practices in irrigation engineering.
Reporting & Governance
- Prepare comprehensive project reports, progress updates, and performance metrics for senior management and stakeholders.
- Participate in project governance meetings and contribute to continuous process improvement within the PMO.
Leadership & Development
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on project-related challenges.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 7 years of professional experience in irrigation engineering or related water management projects.
- Proven experience working within a Project Management Office or similar project governance environment.
- Strong knowledge of irrigation system design, hydraulics, and water distribution technologies.
- Knowledge of urban planning principles and sustainable water management practices.
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabian building codes, regulations, and environmental standards (preferred).
- Professional certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) or irrigation engineering (preferred).
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency with CAD, BIM, and GIS software applications.
- Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multicultural team environment.