Operational Manager/Technical Manager

Job Summary:

Intertek is supporting a major infrastructural project in Riyadh, contributing to broader national development initiatives that promote sustainable growth and public interest in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

As part of this program, Intertek will deliver advisory and analytical services to strengthen regulations, codes, guidelines, policies, procedures, governance, and stakeholder alignment across permitting, licensing, inspections, and municipal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage technical reviews, validations, and approvals across relevant disciplines, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and masterplans.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure efficient execution of permitting, licensing, inspection, and design compliance processes.
• Implement and maintain robust quality assurance and control systems, conduct audits, and ensure all deliverables meet regulatory and performance standards.
• Identify gaps and inefficiencies in workflows, develop and implement process improvements, and standardize operating procedures to enhance overall effectiveness.
• Interpret technical codes and regulations, provide guidance on waivers, and support resolution of complex engineering and design challenges.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports, maintain transparent documentation, and monitor operational activities using digital performance dashboards.
• Establish clear communication protocols with staff, applicants, and external partners, and ensure stakeholder feedback is captured and addressed.
• Support training, mentorship, and knowledge transfer initiatives to build team capacity and contribute to succession planning.
• Ensure availability of necessary resources, tools, and systems to support successful project delivery, and promote automation and digital integration where applicable.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• BSc or MSc degree in relevant engineering or technical discipline.
• Candidates should have significant professional experience working in Western Europe or with major corporations headquartered in that region.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in the subject field with a strong record of achievements.
• Proven ability to lead full programs and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong universal engineering background across technical domains.
• Excellent proficiency in discipline-specific software tools.

Benefits:

• Long-term contract of 5+ years, with the possibility of renewal.
• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and global collaboration.
• Includes ad hoc business trips to Saudi Arabia as required.
• The selected candidate will be hired under an Intertek contract, ensuring professional engagement and support.