Turki Ghesheyan improved his skills through our Middle East Graduate Program
We interviewed Turki Ghesheyan on his experience with the AtkinsRéalis Middle East Graduate Program .
Tell us a little bit about yourself
My name is Turki, I am an Architectural Engineer who graduated from Dar AlUloom University in Riyadh with a First Honours.
Prior to joining AtkinsRéalis, I was the head of a design department, working on small commercial projects. I’ve also worked for a different organization as an Architect.
Can you tell us about your experience with the Middle East Graduate Program?
I joined AtkinsRéalis’ Graduate Program in Saudi Arabia as an Architect, and it fulfilled my dreams of working on the Saudi Vision 2030 projects. I worked on King Salman Park, Diriyah Gate, and other exciting projects.
My role is to assist the Lead Architect with some key tasks, including modelling, designing, sketching, and drafting technical drawings.
A great thing about this program is that my English language has really improved, as well as my presentation skills and software use.
AtkinsRéalis’ Graduate Development Program in the Middle East provides a great work environment where everyone is supportive and professional. It also gives you the opportunity to support the Saudi Vision 2030 through various projects.
I encourage Saudis who do not speak English well to not feel disheartened, my English skills have greatly improved in six months. When English is not your first language, it is okay to make mistakes and practice makes perfect.
What kind of resources and support did you receive?
I was given a lot of support from my line manager, mentor, and the talent attraction team. They have helped me with retrieving information and gaining the confidence to work on complex projects.
What skills did you develop the most during the program?
I’ve developed my technical skills further by becoming more proficient on key software, such as Excel, Photoshop, Sketchup, and AutoCAD.
What are some of the challenges you faced? and how did you overcome them?
Some of the challenges I faced were learning how to interact with clients and submit deliverables on time, meeting key stakeholders’ expectations.
Working closely with my line manager helped me address these challenges, in an environment where I can progress my career in my way.
What advice would you give?
You need to be proactive and take initiative in your own learning. That way, you’re certain to thrive in the Middle East Graduate Program.
Thrive with us on our Middle East Graduate Program
Join an agile, collaborative team driven by possibilites. No matter what career stage you are in, you’ll enjoy support and training that is structured to develop what you need to succeed.
When you work for AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia you’ll work alongside a network of experienced experts who have contributed to some of the most unique and challenging projects. You can also enjoy flexible and diverse working, great health insurance, and our Employee Assistance Program to name just a few of our benefits.
Unlock your professional potential with our Middle East Graduate Program today.
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