Civil Project Manager - Residential Projects | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj HCM Jobs; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Rawaj HCM Jobs in Saudi Arabia seeks a Civil Project Manager to plan, manage and deliver large-scale residential construction projects from inception to handover, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires coordinating with consultants, contractors and internal teams, with a minimum 15 years' experience in residential development in Saudi Arabia; proficiency in Primavera P6 / MS Project, AutoCAD, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in PM and civil construction for large residential developments.
• Mandatory experience managing residential projects in Saudi Arabia.
• PM software and tools proficiency (Primavera P6 / MS Project, AutoCAD, MS Office).
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage execution of residential construction from mobilization to handover.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Oversee civil activities ensuring compliance with drawings and quality.
• Coordinate with architect, structural, MEP, procurement, planning, and commercial teams.
• Manage contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams.
• Monitor progress, productivity, and material availability; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, municipality requirements, and HSE.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Conduct site inspections, progress meetings, and reviews.
• Review reports, change orders, and payment certifications.
• Monitor costs, variations, and budget performance.
• Ensure documentation and record management.
• Lead close-out activities including snagging, testing, and handover.
• Maintain communication with clients, authorities, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leverage your expertise and join the dynamic team of a leading Saudi contractor focused on high-quality large-scale residential projects in Saudi Arabia.

As the Civil Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering residential construction projects from inception to handover. You will oversee all civil construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards, contractual requirements, and Saudi regulations. The role requires close coordination with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to achieve successful project delivery.

Key Accountabilities

The position involves:

• Lead and manage the execution of residential construction projects throughout all project phases, from mobilization to final handover.
• Develop and monitor project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Oversee all civil construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, MEP, procurement, planning, and commercial teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage main contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and site teams to achieve project milestones and contractual objectives.
• Monitor project progress, site productivity, manpower utilization, and material availability, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi building regulations, municipality requirements, company standards, and HSE policies.
• Identify project risks, resolve technical and construction challenges, and implement mitigation plans to minimize delays and cost overruns.
• Conduct regular site inspections, progress meetings, and performance reviews with contractors and stakeholders.
• Review project reports, schedules, change orders, claims, and payment certifications to ensure effective project control.
• Monitor project costs, variations, and budget performance while supporting cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and record management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project close-out activities, including snagging, testing and commissioning coordination, client handover, and final completion.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, government authorities, and internal management throughout project execution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are Looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in project management and civil construction within large-scale residential developments.
• Mandatory experience managing residential construction projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven experience delivering residential compounds, villas, apartment buildings, or mixed residential communities from construction through handover.
• Strong experience managing main contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• In-depth knowledge of Saudi construction regulations, building codes, municipality requirements, and industry best practices.
• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, contract administration, and risk management.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of construction quality management systems and HSE requirements.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality residential projects within tight schedules and budget constraints.