Regional Director

2 weeks ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia SMEC Full time
Global engineering consultancy with genuine career growth opportunities

  • Pivotal leadership role across the Middle East
  • Role based in Riyadh
About SJ


Surbana Jurong Group is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.


Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in Surbana Jurong and its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA and SMEC, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.


Its technical experts deliver sustainable solutions that cover the entire project life cycle from planning and design, through to delivery and management, as well as a full suite of multidisciplinary consultancy services across a diverse range of sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality and renewables.


A global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, Surbana Jurong has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally.

The Role

We are seeking an established _Regional Director, Water Infrastructure_ to manage this sector across _the_ Middle East_ region. This role is to be based in Riyadh.


As the Regional Director in the Middle East, you play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic landscape by not only overseeing the day-to-day operations but also steering the direction of the Water Resources & Irrigation sub-sector.


Your responsibilities extend to ensuring the highest standards of operational and technical excellence, navigating the complexities of profit and loss management, and championing the development and mobilization of resources within the Middle East Region.


Beyond these core functions, your leadership is instrumental in cultivating strong client relationships, contributing to the overall growth and success of SJ Group.


  • 15+ years in the industry with proven success in Senior Management roles.
  • Expertise in managing largescale water infrastructure projects, client relationships, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline; postgraduate and project management qualifications highly regarded.
  • Indepth knowledge of industry standards, legislation, and market trends across the Middle East.
  • High level communication skills, including negotiating and resolving highly complex commercial, technical and people matters.
How to apply

Wrap up


As an inclusive and growing organisation, SJ is committed to building a global community of talented professionals and thought leaders.


We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn't require agency input.

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


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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