Director, Cities Transformation & Public Sector Strategy

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

PwC Middle East is seeking a Director in the Cities sector to lead municipal transformation initiatives, from strategy to execution. You will own executive relationships with public sector stakeholders and drive large, cross-workstream programs focused on urban development, city services, and smart cities.

The role demands strong leadership, strategic influence, and a track record of delivering measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related field.
• Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead vertical proposition in the municipal sector, i.e. inspection, Permitting, etc.
• Create a case for change with measurable impact and outcomes.
• Bridge strategy to execution – translate high-level vision into customized solutions, roadmaps, operating models, and transformation initiatives across smart cities, municipal services, and urban governance.
• Own executive-level client relationships – build trusted partnerships with public sector stakeholders, navigating complex environments with credibility, insight, and confidence.
• Direct complex, multi-workstream programs – lead large-scale city transformation engagements end-to-end, ensuring delivery excellence across scope, timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Drive growth and shape the market – expand PwC’s Cities offering by developing differentiated propositions, contributing to bids, and identifying opportunities across municipalities, giga-projects, and government entities.
• Lead and inspire high-performing teams – build, mentor, and develop consulting teams, fostering a collaborative and high-energy environment where people are motivated to deliver their best.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related field

Master’s preferred

Job description

PwC Middle East is seeking a Director in the Cities sector to lead municipal transformation initiatives, from strategy to execution. You will own executive relationships with public sector stakeholders and drive large, cross-workstream programs focused on urban development, city services, and smart cities.

The role demands strong leadership, strategic influence, and a track record of delivering measurable outcomes.