Construction Manager

Confidential; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead on-site activities across multiple projects in Riyadh. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The role requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of site operations. You will manage subcontractors and monitor progress, budget, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil eng, CM or related field.
• Proven senior site leadership experience on construction projects.
• Knowledge of safety standards and quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all on-site construction activities from project commencement to completion.
• Develop construction plans, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Lead site teams including engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and labor forces.
• Monitor progress, productivity, and resource utilization; take corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, procurement, and logistics.
• Review drawings and work methodologies.
• Identify risks and resolve site-related issues.
• Prepare progress reports and site documentation.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover, and closeout.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Planning tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead and oversee on-site construction activities across multiple projects. The role is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership to site teams while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all on-site construction activities from project commencement to completion.
• Develop and implement construction plans, schedules, and execution strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Lead site teams including engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and labor forces.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, and resource utilization, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and approved method statements.
• Coordinate closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and logistics teams.
• Review and approve construction drawings, shop drawings, and work methodologies.
• Manage subcontractors’ performance, scope, and deliverables to ensure contractual compliance.
• Identify construction risks and resolve technical or site-related issues efficiently.
• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, and site documentation for management review.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Construction Manager or in a senior site leadership role within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and site operations.
• Solid understanding of safety standards, quality control procedures, and local regulations.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and parallel work fronts.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with planning tools is an advantage.