Executive Director Head of Projects

SupportFinity™; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Director Head of Projects to lead and manage project delivery across a diverse portfolio. This senior leadership role requires a visionary leader with extensive experience in overseeing complex projects in sectors such as residential, commercial, and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic planning, execution, and client engagement, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. This is a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence and mentor a high-performing team while representing the firm at high-level engagements. If you are passionate about delivering impactful projects and possess strong leadership skills, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in project management with a focus on large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of local regulatory and commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project delivery across various sectors in the Kingdom.
• Establish strong client relationships and ensure project alignment with goals.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Communication

Risk Management

Operational Excellence

Cultural Intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Project Delivery Systems

Job description

Position Summary:

The Executive Director Head of Projects is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all project delivery functions across HanmiGlobal Saudis portfolio. This includes strategic planning, execution, performance monitoring, and client engagement across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, hospitality, infrastructure, and mega/giga-projects. The role requires exceptional leadership, technical, and commercial acumen, with a proven track record in delivering complex projects within time, budget, and quality constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and oversee the successful delivery of all projects across the Kingdom, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and client expectations.
• Provide executive-level direction across project management, construction supervision, cost control, planning, quality, and safety.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the senior point of contact and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing best-in-class project delivery systems, tools, and standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project directors, managers, and technical professionals.
• Work closely with the CEO and functional heads to support business development, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
• Manage project risks, resolve escalated issues, and ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and client KPIs.
• Report regularly to the Board and Executive Management on project status, forecasts, challenges, and opportunities.
• Represent HanmiGlobal at high-level meetings, industry events, and governmental engagements as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Masters preferred).
• Minimum 20 years of relevant experience, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale, high-value projects.
• Proven experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region, with a strong understanding of local regulatory, cultural, and commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of PMC, engineering, procurement, and construction delivery models.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large multi-disciplinary teams across multiple projects.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• MICE, CIOB, MRICS, or similar professional certification is a must.
• Strategic and visionary leadership
• Commercial and contractual insight
• Client-focused mindset
• Operational excellence
• Risk management and governance
• Team development and mentoring
• Cultural intelligence and adaptability.