Senior Traffic SME

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, approval, and supervision of temporary and permanent traffic management plans and detour strategies.
• Ensure traffic management designs comply with local standards, project-specific requirements, and international best practices.
• Coordinate with municipal authorities, contractors, and traffic enforcement for successful implementation of traffic diversions.
• Monitor and supervise on-site implementation of traffic control measures to ensure safety and minimal disruption.
• Identify and mitigate traffic-related risks and support interface coordination across multiple 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.
• Mentor junior staff and prepare technical reports, dashboards, and briefings for project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, including 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Fluency in Arabic.
• Extensive experience coordinating with public sector authorities and multidisciplinary supervision teams.

About the Company

WSP is a leading professional services firm providing strategic foresight, technical expertise, and innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field.