Engineering Manager

At Amentum UK and International, we are at the forefront of shaping the future, not just solving problems. Our expertise in engineering, project management, and solutions integration has positioned us as a key collaborator with government entities, delivering intricate and impactful programs around the world. With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, we are actively involved in critical projects throughout the region. We are spearheading several exciting initiatives, taking on technical responsibilities for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance.People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you would expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our programmes which incorporate matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.About The OpportunityWe are currently seeking a qualified Engineering Manager to support the delivery and oversight of a key infrastructure package under our Technical Services Provider (TSP) contract. This position is site‑based in Riyadh, supporting secure infrastructure works for one of our government clients. As the Engineering Manager you will act on behalf of the client to provide oversight, assurance, and technical input across all phases of the Design & Build contractor’s delivery. Your contributions will help ensure the project meets its quality, safety, compliance, and performance requirements.The Engineering Manager plays a critical role in supporting the technical oversight of all engineering activities under the TSP contract on behalf of our client. This includes leading the multi‑disciplinary coordination of design reviews, managing the assurance of design compliance, and ensuring constructability, integration, and alignment with contractual and regulatory obligations. The role involves working closely with the Design & Build contractor, client engineers, and internal assurance teams to identify and mitigate risks early in the design lifecycle. The Engineering Manager is also responsible for maintaining the technical integrity of the programme, ensuring that engineering outputs are of high quality, and that they support a smooth transition into construction, testing, and commissioning phases. This role is central to ensuring that client expectations are met in terms of safety, performance, maintainability, and long‑term operational value.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the safe, on‑time, and high‑quality delivery of infrastructure works.Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal engineering teams.Ensure technical compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.Review submittals, RFIs, method statements, and test plans as applicable.Participate in inspections, reviews, and quality/safety audits.Report progress, issues, and risks to the project leadership team.Here’s What You’ll NeedBachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Architecture, or HSE depending on role).5–10 years of experience in infrastructure or secure projects.Familiar with Saudi regulations and international standards.Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.Experience with secure site protocols is a plus.Demonstrated experience in supporting technical oversight, design review, or quality control on government or defence‑related projects.Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.Experience working with or alongside Design & Build contractors is highly desirable.Strong understanding of compliance requirements in secure or regulated environments.Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.Our CultureOur values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit Promoting Equality & Diversity in Jobs and Career - VERCIDA to view and access o