Insights What impact will the Red Sea Project have on Middle Eastern society?

What will the Red Sea Project involve?

The Red Sea Project will be made up of six main major projects. These include:

1. The Red Sea International Airport 
2.  A Landscape Nursery 
3.  Waste Management Facility 
4. Hotel Destinations 
5.  Construction Village with Central Medical Facility 
6.  A Coastal Village

Unlocking new opportunities

With an estimated $15 to $16 billion of investment, it is no surprise that there are huge opportunities in this area. This is especially true in the construction space. The scale of this project paired with ambitious targets around sustainability ensures a requirement for many skilled construction professionals.

For example, there will likely be considerable demand for suitability-quaified and experienced project managers, engineers (of all disciplines), architects, designers and environmental experts. Plus, as a project that plans on the use of innovative, cutting-edge technology it will be a fantastic platform for those looking to advance their careers and add skill to their CV.

Sustainability and the Red Sea Project

We have already mentioned how sustainability is a key driving factor behind the Red Sea Project. The project aims to support infrastructure that emphasises renewable energy and water conservation and reuse. This is a common theme across many ambitious projects which are upcoming in the next few years.

At AtkinsRéalis , our mission aligns with sustainably focused projects such as the Red Sea Project. As part of our commitment, we have outlined our purpose to engineer a better future for the planet and its people in our sustainability statement. This reflects directly in our work, developing our role around Net Zero along with the bold 2030 Net Zero target we are pursuing as a company.

Make an impact on Middle Eastern society at AtkinsRéalis

It is clear that the Middle East is ripe with opportunities for those looking to pursue a career in construction. Those who want to work on exciting projects like the Red Sea Project need to pick an innovative, forward-thinking employer like AtkinsRéalis .

If you want to take the next step in your career, or you are just starting out and want to be involved with major construction projects, you can find out more about our Middle East opportunities here.

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