Assistant Manager – Coating Services

CASTOLIN EUTECTIC; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global coatings company in Dammam is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Manager to oversee sales and execution of industrial coating projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 8-10 years of project management experience, particularly within the GCC. Responsibilities include leading project activities, managing client interactions, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The position demands strong leadership, organizational skills, and proficiency in project scheduling tools, with fluency in English required.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years GCC experience in project management for coating, surface protection, or industrial maintenance projects.
• Solid understanding of thermal spray coating and epoxy coating methods.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sales and project activities for industrial coating applications.
• Serve as primary contact for clients during project execution.
• Manage project schedules, resource allocation, and budget control.
• Supervise site operations and align activities with contract requirements.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including method statements and reports.

Skills

Project management

Technical understanding of coating systems

Client interaction

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in MS Project

Multi-disciplinary team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Project scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Manager to oversee sales and end-to-end execution of industrial coating projects across Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical understanding of thermal spray and epoxy coating systems, excellent project coordination capabilities, and proven experience managing client interfaces from project kickoff through final completion. This role demands close collaboration with clients such as Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Petro Rabigh, and Saudi Electricity Company, ensuring superior quality, safety, and timely delivery at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sales and all project activities related to industrial coating applications, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety, and quality standards.
• Serve as primary point of contact for the client from initiating sales till project execution and handover.
• Manage project schedules, resource allocation, and budget control to ensure on-time and within-scope completion.
• Supervise site operations and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and coating application teams to align activities with contract requirements.
• Oversee surface preparation, coating application, inspection, and documentation processes in accordance with Aramco, SABIC, or EPC project standards.
• Conduct progress review meetings with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure field teams comply with all HSE and quality assurance protocols.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including method statements, daily reports, inspection test plans (ITPs), and close‑out packages.
• Identify potential risks or deviations, propose corrective measures, and communicate action plans to management and clients.
• Support project invoicing, variation claims, and cost control processes through accurate progress tracking and reporting.
• Contribute to post‑project evaluations to drive continuous improvement in delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent field).
• 8–10 years GCC experience in project management for coating, surface protection, or industrial maintenance projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Solid understanding of thermal spray coating, epoxy and engineered polymer coating, and surface preparation methods.
• Proven track record managing projects for major Saudi clients (Aramco, SABIC, Petro Rabigh, SEC, Ma’aden, etc.).
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills with hands‑on site management experience.
• Proficiency in project scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera) and technical documentation preparation.
• Ability to coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English; Arabic communication skills are an advantage.
• Valid Saudi driving license and willingness to travel to job sites across the Kingdom.