Civil Engineering Recruitment in Saudi Arabia 

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Hire civil engineering professionals in Saudi Arabia with speed, compliance and sector expertise.

Saudi Arabia is delivering one of the most ambitious civil engineering programmes in the world. New transport corridors, advanced water systems, coastal developments, smart city infrastructure and large-scale urban planning all form part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals. These projects demand skilled engineers who can design, build and manage complex assets to international standards.

We provide civil engineering recruitment and workforce solutions that help EPC contractors, project developers and operations secure the talent needed to keep projects moving. We source qualified local and international professionals while ensuring full compliance with Saudization, labour law and sector regulations.

What we offer:

  • Specialist sourcing for civil, structural, geotechnical, transport and water engineering roles
  • Full compliance with Saudization, visa rules and labour requirements
  • Visa, Iqama and GOSI management
  • Workforce solutions for both permanent and project-based teams
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
  • End-to-end support from sourcing to onboarding

Complete our enquiry form today to receive a free workforce consultation.

Why Civil Engineering Recruitment Matters in Saudi Arabia Matters

Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure plans span to giga-projects, national transport networks, water security initiatives and major urban developments. Growth in these areas increased demand for engineers with experience in:

  • Roads, highways and bridges
  • Water treatment, wastewater and desalination
  • Structural and geotechnical design
  • Coastal and marine engineering
  • Utilities, drainage and earthworks
  • Urban planning and public realm development
  • Smart infrastructure and environmental engineering

At the same time, companies must meet Saudization quotas and manage detailed labour compliance. Non-compliance can slow projects and restrict workforces.

Our recruitment solutions help you build strong, compliant teams that support long-term delivery in the Kingdom.

How Leap29 Supports Civil Engineering Recruitment

We work as your recruitment partner, managing every stage of the hiring process so you can focus on technical delivery. Our services include: 

  • Targeted sourcing for civil engineering specialists across all project phases
  • Screening and placement of Saudi engineers to support localisation goals
  • Workforce planning that balances international and local talent
  • Visa, Iqama and GOSI administration for expatriate hires
  • RPO for large or complex infrastructure projects

With us, you reduce administrative pressure and gain a clear, compliant path to building high-performing engineering teams.

Building Compliant Civil Engineering Teams

Hiring civil engineers in Saudi Arabia is not simply about filling key positions. It is about building a stable workforce that can support long project lifecycles. We help you:

  • Identify roles suited for Saudi nationals across engineering and project management
  • Provide onboarding support to strengthen integration
  • Develop retention and career pathways for local engineers
  • Enhance employer branding to attract long-term talent

This approach helps you meet localisation targets while building sustainable teams that support national development goals.

Why Choose Leap29 for Civil Engineering Recruitment in Saudi Arabia?

With more than 25 years of global recruitment experience, we understand the technical requirements of civil engineering and the regulatory environment of operating in Saudi Arabia. Our strengths include:

  • Proven experience across infrastructure, utilities, urban development and transport projects
  • Deep knowledge of Saudization and labour regulations
  • Access to local and global networks of civil engineering professionals
  • Scalable recruitment models that fit fast-changing project needs
  • Transparent, reliable workforce support

We help you mobilise civil engineering talent quickly and compliantly, giving your projects the teams they need to succeed.

To discuss how our civil engineering recruitment solutions can support your work in Saudi Arabia, call our experts today on +966 550 788 599 or email expansion@leap29.com.

FAQs

What civil engineering roles can Leap29 support in Saudi Arabia?

We recruit for civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, water and wastewater specialists, transport engineers, site engineers, project managers, construction supervision teams and more.

How does Leap29 support Saudization for civil engineering projects?

We source and screen Saudi engineers, review quota requirements and manage documentation to ensure full compliance with Nitaqat and sector rules.

Can Leap29 support both permanent and project-based civil engineering roles?

We provide flexible hiring solutions for long-term positions and project-based roles with fast mobilisation.

Why is compliance important when hiring civil engineers in Saudi Arabia?

Meeting Saudization, visa and labour requirements protects projects from penalties and delays. Our team manages compliance steps so your engineers are legally approved from day one.

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