Jubail University Project: Building for Education and Community
The Jubail University Project represents one of Rise & Build’s most ambitious contributions to the Kingdom’s educational infrastructure. With a scope that included residential housing for students, administration facilities, religious amenities, and large-scale parking areas, the project was designed to support the growing needs of one of Saudi Arabia’s most vital university cities.
Completed in 2018/2019 with a project value of up to 50,000,000 SAR, this development underscores Rise & Build’s commitment to building modern, sustainable, and community-centered infrastructure that aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.
Project Overview
Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Surface Area: 1,550,000 m²
Completion Year: 2018/2019
Project Value: Up to 50,000,000 SAR
The Challenges
Delivering a project of this magnitude within an active educational hub required overcoming several challenges:
- Multi-Purpose Infrastructure – Designing for both student housing and administrative functions demanded versatile layouts and integrated utilities.
- High-Density Housing – Constructing 8 residential buildings with 8 floors each meant accommodating hundreds of students while ensuring comfort, safety, and accessibility.
- Religious & Community Facilities – The inclusion of a mosque required architectural sensitivity and integration into the campus masterplan.
- Parking Solutions – Two multi-story parking facilities had to be built to support high traffic while maximizing land use.
- Tight Timelines – Educational projects demand precision delivery to align with academic schedules.
Scope of Work
1. Residential Buildings
Rise & Build constructed 8 high-rise residential towers, each with 8 repeated floors, providing modern and comfortable living spaces for university students. Key features included:
- Modern architectural design
- Energy-efficient utilities
- Optimized layouts for communal and private living
- Safety systems including fire protection and emergency exits
2. Administration Buildings
To support university management and faculty operations, Rise & Build delivered state-of-the-art administrative facilities, ensuring efficient workflows and a professional academic environment.
3. Religious Facilities (Mosque)
The inclusion of a mosque within the university premises highlights Rise & Build’s commitment to supporting cultural and spiritual needs, with architectural elegance and sufficient capacity for students and staff.
4. Parking Solutions
Two multi-story parking lots were designed and built to handle the daily influx of vehicles, ensuring accessibility and reducing congestion on campus.
Rise & Build’s Execution Strategy
Quality Control
Every stage of construction adhered to Rise & Build’s Quality Control (QC) standards, ensuring durability, safety, and compliance with Saudi building codes.
Safety First
With multiple high-rise structures in progress, Rise & Build’s Occupational Safety Department enforced rigorous safety measures, worker training, and equipment standards to prevent accidents.
Innovation & Efficiency
By using value engineering principles, Rise & Build reduced construction timelines and costs without compromising on quality. Prefabricated elements and optimized workflows allowed the project to meet the academic calendar deadline.
Impact on Jubail and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
The Jubail University Project has far-reaching implications:
- Student Experience – Comfortable housing and modern amenities improve the quality of life for students.
- Operational Efficiency – New administrative facilities enhance faculty and staff productivity.
- Community Integration – The mosque and shared spaces foster community cohesion within the campus.
- Urban Growth – The project contributes to Jubail’s role as a key educational and industrial hub in Saudi Arabia.
- Vision 2030 Alignment – Supporting higher education and urban development directly aligns with the Kingdom’s national transformation goals.
Why Rise & Build Was Chosen
The selection of Rise & Build for this project was based on several strengths:
- Expertise in large-scale residential and institutional projects
- Proven ability to deliver complex, multi-functional infrastructure
- Commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction
- Experience with tight delivery schedules in high-demand sectors
Conclusion: A Testament to Rise & Build’s Excellence
The Jubail University Project is a showcase of Rise & Build’s ability to combine engineering excellence, project management, and community-oriented design. By delivering residential housing, administrative buildings, a mosque, and parking facilities within a budget of SAR 50 million, Rise & Build once again proved why it is among the leading general contracting companies in Saudi Arabia.
This project not only enhanced Jubail’s educational landscape but also cemented Rise & Build’s reputation as a reliable partner for complex construction projects in the Kingdom.
