Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure and transport landscape is evolving faster than ever. Backed by Vision 2030, the Kingdom is overhauling how people and goods move across its borders, connecting cities, ports and logistics hubs through world-class rail, air and road networks.
This phase of development is as much about people as it is about projects. Delivering work on this scale calls for strong capability, clear coordination and strict compliance across every part of the workforce.
Leap29 supports global engineering, construction and transport businesses in hiring and managing teams compliantly across Saudi Arabia, ensuring every project runs smoothly.
A Growing Infrastructure Powerhouse
Saudi Arabia’s transport strategy sits at the heart of its plan to diversify the economy and strengthen global trade links. Through major public investments and public-private partnerships (PPPs), the country is modernising its logistics backbone across rail, aviation and highway networks.
Rail Infrastructure Projects in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is expanding its national rail network to improve connectivity between major cities and industrial hubs. From the Saudi Landbridge Project linking Jeddah and Dammam to the growing GCC Rail Network, rail construction is creating demand for skilled engineers, project managers and transport planners with experience in large-scale infrastructure.
Airport Expansion and Aviation Construction in Saudi Arabia
Massive investment in aviation is reshaping the country’s skies. Projects like the King Salman International Airport in Riyadh and new Neom airport developments are driving recruitment across construction management, civil engineering and sustainable design, as Saudi Arabia aims to become a global aviation hub by 2030.
Road and Highway Development Across Saudi Arabia
The National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS) is modernising the Kingdom’s highways to boost regional connectivity and trade. Demand is rapidly rising for contractors skilled in infrastructure delivery, road safety systems and large-scale civil works in order for the kingdom to deliver ambitious urban road upgrades, cross-desert routes and more.
Port Construction and Logistics Hub Expansion in Saudi Arabia
As part of Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is investing in ports and logistics hubs to strengthen its position as a global trade centre. Projects at Jeddah Islamic Port and emerging logistics zones are creating opportunities for marine engineers, logistics planners and construction professionals with experience in transport infrastructure.
Why Workforce Management Matters in Mega Projects
Delivering these projects on time depends as much on workforce readiness as it does on engineering design. Managing large teams of international and local talent within Saudi Arabia’s regulatory framework can be complex.
The updated Iqama classification system, Saudization quotas and digital platforms like Qiwa and Mudad all affect how companies recruit and retain staff. Non-compliance, even small errors in job classification or sponsorship, can cause costly delays.
Leap29’s Workforce Management services simplify these processes, giving infrastructure and transport employers a compliant route to hire and manage foreign professionals.
How Leap29 Supports Infrastructure & Transport Businesses
Leap29 partners with contractors, engineering consultancies and project developers to handle the full employee lifecycle.
Our services include:
- Employer of Record (EOR) & Professional Employer Organisation (PEO): Employ project staff in Saudi Arabia without setting up a local entity.
- Payroll & Benefits Management: Ensure accurate, compliant payroll for mixed national and expatriate workforces.
- Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO): Source skilled engineers, technical specialists and project managers for short- or long-term assignments.
We manage the administrative and legal workload so you can focus on project delivery.
Build the team that builds the Kingdom.
Leap29 helps international infrastructure and transport businesses expand in Saudi Arabia with fully compliant workforce management solutions.
Call us on +44 (0) 20 8129 6860 or email ksa@leap29.com to explore your workforce options in Saudi Arabia.
Workforce Management for Transportation in Saudi Arabia FAQs
What types of infrastructure roles can Leap29 support in Saudi Arabia?
We support hiring across project management, civil and rail engineering, logistics planning, aviation operations and supporting disciplines such as finance and HR.
Can foreign contractors operate in Saudi Arabia without a legal entity?
Yes – through our Employer of Record (EOR) and PEO services, companies can hire and manage staff compliantly without establishing a Saudi subsidiary.
How does Leap29 manage compliance under the new Iqama system?
We ensure all employees are properly classified under the Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations, with documentation aligned to Qiwa and Mudad records to prevent delays or rejections.
Why is Saudization important in infrastructure recruitment?
Saudization requires businesses to hire a defined percentage of Saudi nationals. It’s essential for maintaining good standing with the Ministry of Human Resources and for securing new project approvals.
