CBU Project Manager

Hill International; Abha; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a CBU Project Manager to oversee large-scale infrastructure and city development projects. This role requires a minimum of 20 years of experience in managing major projects, particularly in government settings. Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, risk management, and leading project teams to ensure compliance and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership and communication skills and have extensive experience in construction management.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with government and utility projects.
• Expertise in risk management and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage projects from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate with clients to define project requirements.
• Monitor budgets and resources for project success.
• Track and communicate project milestones to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering

Job description

Company Introduction: Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com

Position Summary: The CBU Project Manager oversees large-scale infrastructure and city development projects from initiation to completion, ensuring all project objectives, budgets, and schedules are met while maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality standards. They lead and mentor project teams, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, manage risks, and implement project controls, including PMIS and EDMS systems, to ensure accurate reporting and documentation. With extensive international experience, including government and utility projects, they drive continuous improvement, safety, and talent development on site.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage CBU projects from start to finish, ensuring that all project goals and objectives are met.
• Coordinate with clients to define project requirements and develop project plans.
• Manage project teams, including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing guidance and support.
• Monitor project budgets and resources and make adjustments as necessary to ensure project success.
• Track project milestones and deliverables and communicate progress to clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues and develop contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project team members.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and resolving any issues or delays that may arise.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Implement the project EDMS, ensuring that all project documentation complies with the client’s document management system.
• Ensure the timely and accurate data input to the PMIS at the project level. Continuously improve project management processes and practices.
• Inform themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensure continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 20 years experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects, leading to the position of construction manager on large-scale projects.
• Experience of major government and/or semi-government international construction sites with direct professional knowledge and management of the following: site engineering, project controls, environment, health and safety, contracts management and quality.
• Extensive experience in the construction management of water and wastewater works and experience of implementing a zero accident philosophy.
• A record of engagement with government entities or utility providers.
• Record of implementing continuous improvement on site and supporting capacity building and talent development in a construction environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of working internationally (preference KSA experience).