We are looking for a Senior Traffic Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Transport & Infrastructure team for a major project based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia . This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all traffic engineering and traffic management aspects during the construction and operational phases of a large-scale transport infrastructure project.
- Lead the review, approval, and supervision of temporary and permanent traffic management plans and detour strategies.
- Ensure traffic management designs are compliant with local standards , project-specific requirements , and international best practices .
- Coordinate with municipal authorities , contractors , and traffic enforcement for successful implementation of traffic diversions and staging.
- Monitor and supervise on-site implementation of traffic control measures, ensuring safety and minimal disruption to road users.
- Identify and mitigate traffic-related risks , and support interface coordination across multiple contractors and project zones.
- Provide strategic guidance on traffic flow optimization , congestion reduction, and public access during construction.
- Lead the development of incident response plans and ensure emergency access routes are maintained at all times.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to capacity building within the project team.
- Prepare and present technical reports, dashboards, and briefings to project stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering , Traffic Engineering , or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role .
- Proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure or transport projects within Saudi Arabia or the GCC .
- Strong knowledge of KSA regulatory frameworks , including MOT , Riyadh Municipality , and Royal Commission standards.
- Expertise in temporary traffic management (TTM) , construction staging , and traffic impact mitigation .
- Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD , Synchro , SIDRA , VISSIM , or similar tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English ; Arabic is a plus but not mandatory.
- Experience coordinating with public sector authorities , contractors , and multidisciplinary supervision teams .
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