Tunnelling Lead - Water

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Tunnelling Lead to drive the planning, design, and delivery of complex tunnel and underground infrastructure projects. This is a strategic leadership position offering the opportunity to work on some of the most ambitious and technically challenging tunnelling initiatives in the region.

Your role

• Lead and manage the design, engineering, and construction support for tunneling works, including bored tunnels, microtunneling, and cut-and-cover structures.
• Provide technical leadership across all stages of tunnel project delivery – from feasibility, conceptual and detailed design, to construction and commissioning.
• Oversee tunneling methods, ground treatment strategies, risk management, and interface coordination with surrounding infrastructure and utilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Review and approve tunnel design calculations, construction drawings, and technical specifications in line with international standards and client requirements.
• Lead client and stakeholder engagement, including participation in progress meetings, technical reviews, and approvals.
• Support the procurement strategy and review contractor methodologies, equipment selection, and temporary works.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of tunneling capability across the business.
  
  

About You

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline; Masters degree preferred.
• Professional Certification related to tunnelling and construction management is required.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in tunneling and underground works, with proven leadership on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• In-depth knowledge of tunneling techniques such as TBM, NATM, pipe jacking, and microtunneling.
• Familiarity with regional ground conditions and prior experience working in GCC or similar environments is highly desirable.
• Strong command of relevant standards and guidelines (e.g., ITA, BS, Eurocodes, AASHTO).
• Proficiency in tunnel design software such as PLAXIS, FLAC, TunnelCAD, or equivalent tools.
• Excellent communication, project management, and team leadership skills.
  
  

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
  
  

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

Were AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the worldsinfrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. Were committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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