Vertical Transportation Engineering Specialist

Join us in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading design, engineering and project management organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.

We have a strong presence in the Middle East that enables us to build deep and lasting relationships with our clients. We share their goals and long-term ambitions; we’re on the same journey to create places and infrastructure which will support long term sustainable development, healthy living and vibrant communities.

Please read more about NEOM here: NEOM: A new future in KSA

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced and proactive Vertical Transportation Engineering Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Design Consultant's work on vertical transportation systems, including lifts, escalators, and travelators, within the city.
• Provide technical guidance to Design Consultants through regular review meetings and formal requests for information.
• Act as the single point of contact for technical issues between the Design Consultant and NEOM's wider functions, sectors, and departments.
• Lead design reviews of technical design deliverables, ensuring alignment with THE LINE Codes, Standards, Guidelines, and Requirements.
• Ensure consistency in design solutions across THE LINE.
• Identify key risks and document them in the Risk Register, following through with mitigation strategies.
• Escalate high-risk design issues to the relevant Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Drive innovation and best practices in design delivery by appointed consultants.
• Integrate considerations for innovation, sustainability, and operations and maintenance into the design process.

Requirements

• Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in a relevant field of study, or equivalent.
• Chartered Membership of a recognized professional institution/organization or Professional Engineer status is preferred.
• Minimum of 20 years of professional experience, with a significant portion in the required expertise discipline.
  • Exposure to the Middle East is advantageous.
• Strong international presence in the vertical transportation discipline.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Codes, Standards, and Guidelines related to vertical transportation in high-rise buildings.
• Deep understanding of sustainability principles and their integration into design.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical directions effectively.
  • Strong social, networking, and presentation skills are essential.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes

• A competitive salary
• Accommodation allowance
• Transportation allowance
• 22 calendar days annual leave
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.

Equal Opportunities Statement

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination. Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.

- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.

- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.

- Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement.

- Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.

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