Construction Director (Hotel, Hospitality)

Italconsult SpA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering consulting company is seeking a Construction Director (Hotel, PMC) for an on-site role in Riyadh. The successful candidate will oversee the planning and execution of hotel construction projects, manage budgets, ensure quality control, and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and contractors. Proven expertise in budgeting, procurement, and extensive experience in construction and civil engineering within the hotel sector is required. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory, while a Master's degree and professional certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in hotel or infrastructure construction.
• Ability to manage budgets and ensure financial efficiency.
• Experience with large-scale hotel construction projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of hotel construction projects.
• Manage budgets and supervise cost management.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and contractors.
• Ensure quality control and collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Budgeting and Cost Management

Procurement

Construction and Civil Engineering

Leadership and Team Management

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management Tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Professional certifications in project management or construction

Job description

Italconsult SpA, founded in Rome in 1957, is a leading Italian engineering consulting company specializing in delivering high-quality engineering solutions worldwide. The firm has substantial expertise in transportation infrastructure, water, environment, energy, and civil structures, leveraging its legacy and Italian engineering excellence. With its strong partnerships with prominent Italian groups, including Intesa Sanpaolo and Tecnoinvestimenti, Italconsult enhances clients' projects, promoting socio-economic development in key regions. The company has a robust track record in public and private transport infrastructure projects, valued at over 12 billion USD in the past decade. Italconsult remains dedicated to providing innovative and specialized services to meet global infrastructure needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Construction Director (Hotel, PMC) based in Riyadh. The Construction Director will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of hotel construction projects. Responsibilities include managing budgets, supervising cost management and procurement processes, ensuring quality control, and leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers and contractors. The role requires close collaboration with key stakeholders to meet project deadlines and ensure that objectives are achieved effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Budgeting and Cost Management to ensure financial efficiency in project execution
• Strong skills in Procurement and managing supplier relationships
• Extensive experience in Construction and Civil Engineering within the hotel or infrastructure sectors
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities to effectively coordinate a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; a Master’s degree is an advantage
• Professional certifications in project management or construction are preferred
• Prior experience in large-scale hotel construction projects will be an asset