Intelligent Operations, Smart Infrastructure & IoT Ecosystem

Summary:

This role involves leading the strategy and architecture for Expo 2030's smart infrastructure and IoT ecosystem, focusing on connected operations and intelligent monitoring.

Main Responsibilities:

• Defining the smart infrastructure and IoT vision across connected assets, sensors, utilities, and operational intelligence platforms.

• Developing technology and digital strategy for site-wide IoT deployment, connectivity, interoperability, and edge computing.

• Leading requirements for smart lighting, environmental monitoring, waste management, water systems, and BMS integration.

• Designing use cases for real-time monitoring across occupancy, energy, environmental conditions, utilities, and operational performance.

• Defining edge-computing strategies for low-latency analytics, resilience, and integration with command-center environments.

• Supporting integration planning across IoT platforms, smart city data ecosystems, operational technologies, and facilities systems.

• Assessing vendor landscape across IoT platforms, sensors, edge technologies, BMS integrations, OT/IT convergence, and safety-detection solutions.

• Supporting procurement strategy, technical specifications, vendor evaluation, and implementation partner selection.

Key Requirements:

• Prior Expo or mega-event experience (World Expo, Olympics, FIFA, Formula 1, Hajj-scale operations, etc.)

• Strong experience in smart infrastructure and large-scale site technology programs.

• Proven background in IoT strategy and connected infrastructure ecosystems.

• Strong knowledge of IoT platforms, sensor technologies, and operational analytics.

• Experience in procurement and vendor evaluation for complex smart infrastructure initiatives.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in smart cities, airports, campuses, or mixed-use developments.

Other Details:

This position is based onsite in Riyadh, KSA, with a contract duration of 3 months, extendable based on project needs.