Senior Traffic SME

Job Description 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. Responsibilities - 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. Qualifications - 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.