Assistant Project Manager

KEO International Consultants; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with an Architecture background to join their award-winning design team in Riyadh. This dynamic role involves supporting the Project Manager in various operational aspects, including project planning, administration, and cost control. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 years of experience in design or construction projects and hold a relevant Bachelor's degree. Strong communication skills and expertise in Primavera are essential. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and client success in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in design or construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in operational and tactical aspects.
• Manage performance of consultants and contractors.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and administer contracts.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Document Control

Cost Control

Design Review

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor in Architecture

Bachelor in Engineering

Bachelor in Project Management

Tools

Primavera

Job description

Our newest opportunity is for an Assistant Project Manager with an Architecture background to join our award-winning Design team based in Riyadh, KSA.

This position is responsible for supporting the Project Manager with the day to day operational and tactical aspects of the project(s), including such aspects as the establishment of the project delivery strategy, planning, administration, schedule and cost control, project reporting, design reviews for completeness and constructability, management and coordination of all parties involved.

We envisage success in this role to include;

• Reporting to and advising senior management and clients as required on all elements and facets of managing the design and construction process.
• Corresponding with consultants, contractors and authorities.
• Maintaining sound management processes and document control procedures; overseeing quality assurance & file management.
• Monitoring, reviewing and managing the performance of all consultants and contractors providing services to the client using contract deliverables, schedules and budgets.
• Attending or chairing meetings and / or workshops with consultants and contractors, preparing meeting minutes and follow up to achieve identified actions.
• Assessing and monitoring risk and contractual exposure for the client and KEO.
• Evaluating and recommending contract Variation Orders, payments certificates and invoices for client approval.
• Reviewing and reporting on Cost Estimates, design submissions, technical reports.
• Supporting the Project Manager to ensure the delivery of the contracted PM services to the client.
• Participating in establishing and implementing the Project Management Plan and procedures.
• Supporting the Project Manager in preparation of the tender strategy; identification of qualified consultants, contractors and vendors; preparation and issue of RFPs and the evaluation of proposals.
• Overseeing and guiding consultants design progress activities. Monitoring and verification of design progress and submittals at all design phases.
• Organizing/managing design review meetings, workshops and reports during design phases.
• Preparation of monthly progress reports and minutes of meeting.
• Administering contracts to ensure that all parties discharge their relevant scope of services and deliverables in accordance with their respective contracts.
• Reviewing and monitoring project schedules.
• Verification of invoices and assessment of variations and claims.
• Project cost monitoring.
• Attend and support permitting meetings with authorities as and when required.
• Attend site RFIs and coordinate with the design team, as and when required.
• Project closing out.

Qualifications

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include at least 5 to 7 years' work experience in design and/or construction building projects, partnered with a Bachelor degree in Architecture, Engineering or Project Management.

• Member of Professional Engineering or Construction Management Society or other recognized body will be viewed favourably.
• Previous work experience in the Middle East would be an advantage.
• Fluent in spoken and written English (Mandatory). Arabic would also be an advantage.
• Expertise in Primavera is very beneficial.

KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.