General Description of Role and Responsibilities:
- Lead the project planning process from initiation through procurement stages.
- Develop business cases (Level 1 and Level 2) for capital projects in coordination with stakeholders.
- Conduct site visits and perform rapid assessments of existing facilities to define and validate scopes of work.
- Identify develop and document the technical scope of work particularly for:
- High current systems (Low Voltage Medium Voltage)
- ICT Systems
- Special Airport Systems (SAS): e.g. baggage handling access control fire alarm etc.
- Prepare technical write-ups specifications and design narratives to support procurement and engineering design.
- Draft and review Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for engineering consultants and construction contractors.
- Coordinate with end users government agencies and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
- Provide technical consultation and planning advice during project initiation.
- Interface with vendors and contractors assess technical proposals and support pre-award processes.
- Develop and deliver presentations to senior management on project concepts and planning progress.
- Ensure compliance with infrastructure regulations aviation safety standards and airport operational constraints.
- Understand construction sequencing and contractor requirements for successful project delivery.
- Informs themselves of the relevant Quality Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Policies Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
- Perform other duties as assigned by your line manager or supervisor.
Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Masters preferred).
- Minimum 12 years of experience in electrical systems design and infrastructure projects including airport or transportation sectors.
- Deep understanding of airport systems across terminal apron taxiway runway power stations and auxiliary infrastructure.
- Strong experience in project planning scope development business case preparation and early-phase project delivery.
- Proficiency in technical writing including specifications and RFP preparation.
- Fluent in English excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and align diverse stakeholders.
- Comfortable with site inspections risk identification and mitigation planning.
- Knowledge of construction processes phasing requirements and regulatory considerations for electrical works.
- Experience working in airport environments particularly in the Gulf region or similar climates.
- Familiarity with international standards (NFPA ICAO IES IEC IEEE).
- Knowledge of Saudi building and infrastructure codes.
- Demonstrated ability to engage vendors and evaluate technical offers.
- Experience with consultant and contractor management.
- Capable of developing technical presentations and reports for executive leadership.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate consult and guide decision-making.