HSE Senior Project Manager - Residential Projects | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj HCM Jobs; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

Rawaj HCM Jobs is looking for a Health & Safety Senior Project Manager to lead HSE strategies across major construction projects in the Riyadh Region. This role ensures compliance with local regulations and international standards, while fostering a strong safety culture among teams.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in HSE, including 5 years in management roles, along with professional certifications. Proven experience in residential and hospitality projects is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HSE, with at least 5 years in senior/project management roles.
• Professional HSE certifications (NEBOSH IGC/IDIP, OSHA, IOSH; additional certifications are a plus).
• Proven experience in residential and hospitality construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project-wide HSE plans.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory bodies and international standards.
• Oversee risk assessments, hazard identification, and mitigation strategies.

Skills

HSE management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Job description

Leverage your expertise and join the dynamic team of a leading Saudi contractor focused on high-quality large-scale residential projects in Saudi Arabia.

The Health & Safety Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) strategies across major construction projects. The role ensures full compliance with local regulations, international standards, and company policies while driving a strong safety culture across multiple sites and project teams.

Key Accountabilities

The position involves:

• Lead the development and implementation of project-wide HSE plans and systems.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory bodies and international standards (e.g., ISO 45001).
• Oversee risk assessments, hazard identification, and mitigation strategies across all project phases.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walkthroughs.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Lead HSE reporting, dashboards, and KPIs for senior management.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project teams to enforce safety standards.
• Deliver safety training programs and toolbox talks across sites.
• Ensure safety compliance in high-risk activities (lifting, excavation, working at height, etc.).
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all project stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in HSE, with at least 5 years in senior/project management roles.
• Professional HSE certifications (NEBOSH IGC/IDIP, OSHA, IOSH; additional certifications are a plus).
• Proven experience in residential and hospitality construction projects (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of international HSE standards and construction safety practices.
• Experience managing multi-site or large-scale projects.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage in GCC roles).