Head of PPP Strategy & Development – Rail Infrastructure

acciona; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure firm is seeking a Head of PPP Strategy & Development based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role involves leading the identification and execution of PPP projects in rail transport, managing complex contracts, and developing financial models. Ideal candidates will have 8–10 years of experience in PPP lifecycle management and strong negotiation skills. Fluency in English is essential, while knowledge of Arabic or Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in PPP lifecycle management within infrastructure, investment banking, or consulting.
• Experience with advanced financial models and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Market Analysis: Identify and evaluate PPP opportunities in rail transport.
• Drive Financial Structuring: Build and assess feasibility of Project Finance models.
• Manage Bids & Negotiations: Oversee proposal development and negotiate contracts.
• Risk & Stakeholder Management: Develop risk strategies and maintain government relations.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

PPP legal structuring

Negotiation skills

Fluent English (C1)

Arabic

Spanish

Education

Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, or Law

MBA or specialized Master’s preferred

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Head of PPP Strategy & Development to lead the identification, structuring, and execution of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects in the rail transport sector. Based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, you will drive strategic initiatives from opportunity identification to financial close, ensuring successful delivery of world-class infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Market Analysis: Identify and evaluate PPP opportunities in rail transport across the region.
• Drive Financial Structuring: Build advanced Project Finance models and assess feasibility.
• Manage Bids & Negotiations: Oversee proposal development and negotiate complex contracts with public entities, partners, and lenders.
• Risk & Stakeholder Management: Develop risk mitigation strategies and maintain strong relationships with governments, investors, and consortium partners.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 8–10 years in PPP lifecycle management within infrastructure, investment banking, or consulting.
• Expertise: Advanced financial modeling, PPP legal structuring, and negotiation skills.
• Education: Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, or Law; MBA or specialized Master’s preferred.
• Languages: Fluent English (C1); Arabic and Spanish are a plus.

Skills

• Advanced financial modeling, PPP legal structuring, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent English (C1); Arabic and Spanish are a plus.