Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Manager
Location: Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Experience: 15+ Years(consulting engineering)


Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.Sc. in Engineering).
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Discipline Chief.
Must hold one of the following Saudi Aramco GES classifications:
Engineering Specialist
Project Manager
Sr. Project Manager
Job Purpose

The Engineering Manager will oversee a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers across the following disciplines:

Process
Mechanical
HVAC
Piping
Electrical
Instrumentation & Control
Communications
Civil, Structural & Architectural
This role ensures effective resource management, project planning, compliance with contractual requirements, and alignment with ACEC’s portfolio of services.

Key Responsibilities

Resource & Planning Management

Prepare, review, and maintain department resources (manpower, hardware, software, equipment, reference materials).
Consolidate manpower forecasts and status reports in collaboration with Discipline Chief Engineers.
Manage schedules and budgets in coordination with Project Execution and Project Controls teams.
Prepare engineering plans and provide input into project execution plans.
Project Oversight & Quality

Organize and lead engineering progress review meetings.
Review and approve engineering deliverables to ensure contractual compliance.
Provide input for feasibility analyses, proposals, and project evaluations.
Ensure compliance with quality programs and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Leadership & Team Development

Administer engineering personnel functions including recruitment, job descriptions, evaluations, and promotions.
Support professional development, technical advancements, and knowledge sharing across the team.
Collaborate with Discipline Chief Engineers to maintain and develop internal standards and libraries.
Administration & Governance

Coordinate with the Projects & Operations Manager regarding manpower, budget, and resource concerns.
Review and sign company forms (timesheets, leave requests, overtime approvals, evaluations, etc.).
Participate in policy and procedure development to optimize engineering functions.
Contribute to annual budget preparation and departmental improvements.
Additional Duties

May serve as Project Execution Manager, Project Manager, or other roles as assigned by the Projects & Operations Manager.
Relationships

Internal: Collaborates with Department Managers, Discipline Chiefs, and Project Controls Specialists.
External: Coordinates with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and industry p