Program Director - Civil Engineering

TRACTEBEL ENGINEERING S.A., SAUDI ARABIA BRANCH

Senior (experience >15 years)

Fixed-Term

Full - Time

Job Title

Program Director – Civil Engineering

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. It’s your chance to be part of accelerating the energy transition while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful infrastructure projects.

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

What We Offer

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s an opportunity to evolve alongside industry experts on impactful infrastructure projects.
• We actively support the development of our people, with growth opportunities across the ENGIE Group.
• We offer a competitive salary package including paid holidays, performance-based bonuses (for eligible roles), comprehensive health insurance, and additional employee benefits.
• Flexible and collaborative working environments that encourage innovation and teamwork.
• A culture that values diversity, sustainability, ethics, and safety.

Your Mission

As Program Director – Civil Engineering in our Infrastructure department, you will contribute to our mission every day by leading and overseeing complex civil engineering and infrastructure programs across the region. You will play a critical role in driving strategic program delivery, ensuring operational excellence, managing multidisciplinary teams, and developing sustainable infrastructure solutions that create long‑term value for clients and communities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the program’s strategic vision, goals, and objectives in alignment with the company’s business strategy.
• Lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering and project teams to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of civil engineering initiatives while ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Monitor program performance through defined KPIs, milestones, and reporting mechanisms to ensure project success.
• Identify opportunities for business growth, market expansion, and diversification within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector.

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Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certifications in Project Management are preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry.
• Extensive experience in program management and large‑scale infrastructure project delivery.
• Strong technical expertise in infrastructure projects including bridges, tunnels, roads, stormwater drainage systems, rainwater channels, and city development programs.
• Experience working with well‑known consulting firms or government authorities.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, and project management best practices.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, budget management, and business development.
• Proficiency in project management tools, reporting systems, and data analysis software.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is preferred.
• Professional proficiency in English is required; Arabic language skills are preferred.

Who You Are

Your Soft Skills

• You are a strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision‑making capabilities.
• You have excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• You are capable of leading multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments.
• You have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• You are highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• You are committed to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• You have the ability to build long‑term client relationships and drive business growth.

Who We Are

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net‑zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: our people. Diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation.

As part of the ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low‑carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.

Business Unit: Tractebel

Legal Entity: TRACTEBEL ENGINEERING S.A., SAUDI ARABIA BRANCH

Professional Experience: Senior (experience >15 years)

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree

Company Name: Tractebel

Why this matters to us

Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.