Project Contracts Manager - Saudi / Jeddah in Birmingham, West Midlands (County)

Energy Jobline CVL; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in architectural woodwork is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the complete woodwork package for the Opera House in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Candidates must have proven experience in complex joinery projects and be prepared for international travel. This role offers a salary of £100,000 plus allowances and potential for long-term career development.

Benefits

Flight allowance

Accommodation provided

Annual performance bonus

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing architectural woodwork and complex joinery projects.
• Strong understanding of shop drawings and technical approvals.
• International project experience, ideally within the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire project lifecycle from shop drawings to installation.
• Interpret the client’s needs to meet design intent and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client management

Technical understanding

Education

Relevant degree or technical qualification in Construction, Engineering, or Project Management

Job description

Overview

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Position

Project Manager – Architectural Woodwork - Opera house

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (with initial travel to Athens)

Salary: £100,000 + Flight Allowance + Accommodation + Bonus

Start Date: Immediate

The Company

Our client is a globally recognised leader in high-end and complex joinery and architectural woodwork, delivering exceptional projects across luxury, cultural, and commercial developments worldwide.

They are now seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead the architectural woodwork package for the new Opera House in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — one of the region’s most prestigious and technically challenging projects.

The Project

The successful candidate will oversee the complete interior woodwork package for the Opera House’s main conference room, including:

• Bespoke wall cladding and feature ceilings
• Custom-designed doors, windows, and architectural joinery
• Specialist furniture and high-end finishes

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire project lifecycle from shop drawings and material approvals through to installation and client handover
• Fully understand and interpret the client’s needs, ensuring all works meet the design intent and quality standards
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth coordination and project delivery
• Oversee budget control, scheduling, and quality assurance
• Conduct regular project meetings and address any technical or operational challenges
• Report directly to the CEO with strategic oversight on progress and performance
• Be prepared to travel to Athens during the early stages, where the company’s manufacturing facilities are located

Requirements

• Proven experience managing architectural woodwork and complex joinery projects
• Strong understanding of shop drawings, technical approvals, and material submittal processes
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills
• International project experience, ideally within the Middle East or on large-scale cultural developments
• Relevant degree or technical qualification in Construction, Engineering, or Project Management
• Immediate availability is essential

Package Includes

• £100,000 tax-free annual salary
• Flight allowance and accommodation provided
• Annual performance bonus
• Long-term career prospects with a world-class specialist contractor

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Project Manager with expertise in architectural woodwork and high-end joinery, and are ready to take on an immediate, career-defining opportunity in Saudi Arabia, we’d love to hear from you.

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