Job summary
AtkinsRéalis is recruiting a Discipline Manager (Water Features) based in Saudi Arabia site offices. The role leads planning, design, coordination and delivery of decorative and operational water feature systems across hospitality, landscape and large-scale developments, overseeing projects from concept through construction and commissioning.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage water feature discipline across multiple projects and design stages.
- Oversee design of fountains, waterfalls, ponds, lakes, water walls and interactive features.
- Ensure compliance with codes, safety, environmental and client requirements.
- Coordinate with landscape, civil, MEP, structural and other stakeholders.
- Review and approve calculations, specifications, drawings and construction documents.
- Manage resources, budgets, schedules and project deliverables.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and conduct design reviews and risk assessments.
- Support procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Water Engineering, Landscape Architecture or related.
- 10–15 years' experience in water feature design, engineering and delivery, including leadership.
- Proven delivery on hospitality, mixed-use, theme park or public realm projects.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pumps, filtration, treatment and piping networks.
- Experience with fountains, lakes, waterfalls and interactive aquatic systems.
- Familiarity with international standards, HSE and sustainability requirements.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM and hydraulic modelling tools.
- Project management, budgeting, scheduling and resource planning skills; professional certifications advantageous.
Benefits
- Tax-free salary
- Life insurance
- Medical insurance
- Annual leave
- Company gratuity scheme
- Discretionary bonus program
- Annual flight contribution
- Transportation and housing allowances
- Employee wellbeing program (24/7 access to specialists)
Skills
Hydraulic systemsPumpsFiltration systemsWater treatmentAutoCADRevitBIMHydraulic modellingProject managementStakeholder management
Source: Workday. Last checked as open: 14 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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