Job Description

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

RIBA Plan of Work Understanding

• Delivered infrastructure design aligned with RIBA Stages 0–4 (focus on Stages 2–4).
• Understands design evolution across RIBA stages (concept to technical).
• Familiar with LOIN and Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP) processes.

Infrastructure Design & Technical Capability

• Strong background in roads, utilities, stormwater, and grading.
• Experience integrating infrastructure into spatial/urban masterplans.
• Designs with sustainability, climate sensitivity, and constructability in mind.

Design Management & Coordination

• Coordinates across disciplines (architecture, landscape, buildings).
• Understands and applies the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM).
• Experienced in value engineering, change management, and design compliance.

Project Delivery Experience

• Involved in district-scale projects under RIBA framework.
• Knowledge of early works, enabling infrastructure, and phased delivery.
• Interfaces infrastructure effectively with vertical and landscape design.

Documentation & Technical Submissions

• Prepares/reviews engineering reports and RIBA-aligned design packages.
• Experienced in design submissions to clients and authorities.
• Proficient in BIM and GIS for infrastructure coordination and planning.

Stakeholder & Authority Engagement

• Understands permitting and authority approval pathways.
• Interfaces confidently with clients, consultants, and utility providers.
• Leads coordination meetings and presents infrastructure strategies.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• RIBA-aware, with a holistic design-thinking approach.
• Strong communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Leads teams proactively through multi-disciplinary design processes.

Qualifications

15–20 years’ experience working on District Masterplans under RIBA requirements

Preferred Credentials

• Degree in Civil or Infrastructure Engineering.
• Familiarity with RIBA/ARB workflows (UK or international projects).
• Chartered status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in KSA and GCC .

Additional Information

Preferred Credentials

• Degree in Civil or Infrastructure Engineering.
• Familiarity with RIBA/ARB workflows (UK or international projects).
• Chartered status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in KSA and GCC .

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.