Stakeholder & Operations Manager

Hill; As Sudiyah; On-site; SAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill Intl. in Saudi Arabia seeks a Stakeholder & Operations Manager to oversee and execute operational strategies across project delivery functions.

You will manage resources, supervise teams and contractors, monitor performance metrics, and ensure governance compliance to meet timelines and targets. The role demands 20+ years of experience in complex infrastructure programs, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder engagement to drive risk management and continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in operations, project delivery, stakeholder coordination, resource management, and performance oversight in complex infrastructure or mega-project environments.
• Proven track record coordinating operational activities, managing teams and contractors, and supporting delivery alignment across multiple project workstreams.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure or construction programs with interface coordination, risk management, reporting, and HSE compliance.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities to motivate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and coordination skills for effective relationships.
• Sound problem-solving, decision-making, and issue-resolution abilities managing competing priorities.
• Deep understanding of project delivery processes, operational governance, and performance management frameworks.
• Proficiency in HSE requirements, compliance obligations, and operational control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate operational activities across project delivery functions to align with objectives and schedules.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, manage resources, and supervise teams and contractors for efficient execution.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement improvement actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and HSE standards for a safe work environment.
• Manage stakeholder communications, reporting, and updates to foster collaboration.
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and constraints; support robust mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate interfaces across disciplines and stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Mentor operational teams and contractors to promote accountability and high performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and delivery outcomes.
• Maintain alignment of activities with schedules, milestones, and performance targets.

Skills

Operations leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Performance oversight

Resource management

Governance & compliance

Risk management

Cross-functional liaison

Team mentoring

Job description

The Stakeholder & Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing operational strategies, managing resources, and driving performance across multiple project delivery functions. This role is critical in maintaining project timelines, performance targets, and governance requirements within a complex and dynamic project environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate operational activities across project delivery functions, ensuring alignment with project objectives and schedules.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, manage resources, and supervise teams and contractors for efficient project execution.
• Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics, implementing improvement actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with approved policies, procedures, and HSE standards, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• Manage stakeholder communication, reporting, and operational updates, fostering effective collaboration.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, issues, and constraints, supporting the implementation of robust mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate interfaces across disciplines, functions, and project stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration.
• Supervise and mentor operational teams and contractors, promoting a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and delivery outcomes.
• Maintain alignment of operational activities with project delivery schedules, milestones, and performance targets.
• Assignment: 5 months

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in operations, project delivery, stakeholder coordination, resource management, and performance oversight in complex infrastructure or mega-project environments.
• Proven track record in coordinating operational activities, managing teams and contractors, and supporting delivery alignment across multiple project workstreams.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure or construction programs, including interface coordination, risk management, reporting, and HSE compliance.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and coordination abilities, fostering effective relationships.
• Sound problem-solving, decision-making, and issue-resolution capabilities, managing competing priorities effectively.
• In-depth understanding of project delivery processes, operational governance, and performance management frameworks.
• Proficiency in HSE requirements, compliance obligations, and operational control processes, ensuring a safe work environment.
• Expertise in reporting, performance tracking, dashboards, and operational management tools for data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and support continuous improvement initiatives for operational excellence.