Chief Operating Officer- KSA

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Dammam; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned EPC contracting company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer in Saudi Arabia. The role involves leading operational oversight of major oil & gas projects, focusing on cost, schedule, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate has over 25 years of experience in construction projects and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. This position offers a salary up to 60K SAR depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Male, 55 years old and below.
• At least 25 years of experience in construction projects in oil & gas sector.
• Minimum of 15 years in managerial position.
• Experience with projects valued over USD 350 million.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational oversight of engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance.
• Drive operational excellence focusing on cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
• Collaborate with GCC headquarters and liaise with clients and regulators.
• Spearhead performance improvements and establish KPIs.

Skills

Leadership in operational oversight

Cost management

Quality assurance

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Chief Operating Officer- KSA

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: up to 60K SAR all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Job Location: Saudi Arabia

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive operational oversight of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance across major oil & gas projects.
• Drive operational excellence, focusing on cost, schedule (on-time delivery), quality, and safety.
• Collaborate closely with other GCC headquarters and liaise with clients, regulators, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Spearhead performance improvements, establish KPIs, and manage continuous operational readiness.

About the Client

A renowned EPC contracting company in KSA trusted within industrial sectors across Middle East region.

Qualifications

• Male, 55 years old and below
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineer or any related field
• At least 25 years of experience in construction projects in oil & gas sector with a minimum at least 15 years in managerial position.
• Must have worked in projects with value of USD 350 million and have handled multiple contracts projects in KSA