Digital Programme Manager

NES Fircroft; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft seeks an experienced Digital Programme Manager to lead strategy, governance, and execution of large-scale digital transformation initiatives across industrial domains in Saudi Arabia.

The role requires oversight of IS deployments, ERP integrations, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement to achieve operational excellence and measurable business benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of programme management, digital transformation or related experience in industrial sectors.
• Experience delivering multi-million-dollar programs with cross-functional, multinational teams.
• Desirable: exposure to joint ventures, EPC projects or complex industrial environments.
• Strong digital strategy, governance and change-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the IS and Digital Transformation roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Lead large-scale programs from strategy through delivery and benefits realization.
• Oversee governance, reporting, and performance metrics across multiple workstreams.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including finance, manufacturing, and engineering.

Skills

Programme Management

Digital Transformation

Information Systems

Industrial Technology

Leadership Skills

Portfolio Management

Governance Framework

Change Management

Vendor Management

IIoT

AI & ML Applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

ERP Systems

Data Analytics Platforms

Job description

Digital Programme Manager - Industrial Digital Transformation – 12 Months Contract – Saudi Arabia

5 Days on site per week

Required - 10+ years of experience in Programme Management, Digital Transformation, Information Systems, or Industrial Technology. Managing large-scale digital transformation programs within manufacturing, petrochemical, energy, or industrial sectors. Demonstrated success delivering multi-million-dollar programs involving cross-functional & multinational teams. Experience with joint ventures, EPC projects, or complex industrial environments is highly desirable. Technical & Business Skills. Digital Strategy Development. Enterprise Information Systems. ERP Program Delivery. Data Governance & Master Data Management. Industrial Digitalization. Data Analytics & Business Intelligence. IIoT Solutions. Digital Twin Technologies. AI & Machine Learning Applications. Process Optimization & Business Transformation. Leadership Skills. Program & Portfolio Management. Governance Framework Design. Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development. Risk & Issue Management. Change Management. Vendor & Contract Management.

Key Success Indicators

Successful delivery of digital transformation programs exceeding budget, schedule, & value expectations. Adoption & integration of digital technologies across business functions. Achievement of operational efficiency & business performance improvements. High stakeholder satisfaction & effective governance execution. Realization of measurable business benefits from digital investments.

Example Scope of Responsibility

Transformation portfolio valued at USD $50M+. Engagement with 100+ stakeholders. Coverage across Finance, Manufacturing, HSSE, Supply Chain, Engineering, & Corporate Functions. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams across business & technology domains. This specification would suit a senior Digital Programme Manager, Head of Digital Transformation, Digital Delivery Lead, or Industrial Transformation Director role within the energy, petrochemical, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.

Role Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Digital Programme Manager to lead the strategy, governance, & execution of large-scale digital transformation initiatives within a complex industrial environment. Digital Programme Manager will drive the deployment of integrated information systems & digital solutions across engineering, manufacturing, & corporate functions, ensuring alignment with business objectives & operational excellence goals. This role requires a strong combination of digital leadership, programme management expertise, stakeholder engagement, & industrial domain knowledge to deliver high-value transformation programs in a multicultural & multi-stakeholder environment.

Digital Programme Manager Key Responsibilities

Digital Strategy & Transformation

Define & execute the Information Systems (IS) & Digital Transformation roadmap aligned with business strategy & operational objectives. Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to improve operational performance, efficiency, & decision-making. Drive the adoption of digital capabilities across manufacturing, engineering, HSSE, finance, supply chain, & corporate functions.

Programme Leadership

Lead large-scale digital transformation programs from strategy through delivery & benefits realization. Establish robust governance frameworks, reporting structures, & performance metrics. Manage multiple projects & workstreams within a complex program environment. Ensure timely delivery of program milestones while maintaining quality, budget, & business value targets.

Technology & Systems Integration. Oversee deployment & integration of enterprise information systems, ERP solutions, & digital platforms.

Drive implementation of:

Master Data Management (MDM). Data Analytics & Business Intelligence. Digital Twins. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Mobility Solutions. Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics. Ensure interoperability between operational & corporate systems. Stakeholder Management. Coordinate & align local business teams, corporate functions, technology partners, & external vendors. Facilitate collaboration across Information Systems, Digital, Engineering, Manufacturing, & Business functions. Build strong relationships with executive leadership & key stakeholders to drive engagement & program success. Budget & Contract Management. Manage significant transformation budgets & ensure effective financial governance. Oversee vendor management, procurement activities, & contract negotiations. Monitor program financial performance & optimize investment returns. Change Management. Lead organizational change initiatives required to embed new technologies & ways of working. Support user adoption through communication, training, & stakeholder engagement strategies. Drive a culture of continuous improvement & digital innovation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.