Technical Director - Utilities

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, coordination, and delivery of utilities networks for complex infrastructure and land development projects.
• Provide technical oversight and governance to ensure compliance with local authority standards (SEC, Saudi Telecom, MOE, NWC) and international best practices.
• Drive innovation and value engineering initiatives to optimize project outcomes and cost efficiency.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, authorities, and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support business development and repeat work opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary utilities team, fostering technical excellence and a high-performance culture.
• Oversee project delivery to ensure time, cost, and quality objectives are met, while monitoring project financials and P&L objectives.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, bid strategy, and technical submissions for major projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 18+ years of experience in engineering consultancy, specifically focused on dry utilities design and delivery.
• Proven experience working with leading international engineering consultancies.
• Extensive expertise in power (HV/MV/LV), substations, telecom networks, MEICA, and street lighting systems.
• Demonstrated experience with large-scale infrastructure and land development projects in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of KSA local authority requirements and standards.
• Proven track record in a client-facing leadership role managing senior stakeholders.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional accreditation is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and standard benefits.
• First-class medical cover.
• Generous annual leave.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Flexible working options including work-from-home or flexible start and finish times.

About the Company

WSP is a leading global engineering consultancy with more than 69,000 employees. We are a close-knit community of talented individuals dedicated to making a positive impact on communities both close to home and around the world.