Manager - Programs (DEL - 525)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment organization in the Riyadh region is seeking a Program Manager to initiate, plan, and execute high-impact programs. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience in program management. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, excellent communication skills, and expertise in scheduling tools like Primavera P6. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in program management or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial role.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and baseline the IDS for the assigned district/workstream.
• Manage monthly IDS updates and coordinate timely handover to CDU.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure schedule accuracy.
• Identify dependencies and support schedule risk assessments.
• Participate in Stage Gate reviews for alignment with requirements.
• Provide schedule insights for executive dashboards.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Schedule Risk Assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Purpose

The Programs Unit within Qiddiya Investment Company is dedicated to initiating, planning, executing, and monitoring high-impact programs that align with the strategic objectives of the organization. The Manager of Programs will play a critical role in leading the design, development, and implementation of innovative programs that enhance operational efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and overall project success.

Role Description

Core Accountabilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and baseline the IDS for the assigned district/workstream in line with strategic milestones and BOD-approved phasing.
• Manage monthly IDS updates and coordinate timely handover to CDU for IMS integration.
• Collaborate with internal teams and consultants to ensure schedule accuracy, scope alignment, and interface management.
• Identify dependencies and support schedule risk assessments to inform planning strategies.
• Participate in Stage Gate reviews by ensuring IDS alignment with CMP/DMP and CDU gating requirements.
• Provide schedule insights and reporting inputs to support executive dashboards and planning reviews.
• Manage planning resources for the assigned scope and contribute to continuous improvement across the MDU planning function.

Knowledge, Qualifications & Skills required

Essential (must have to perform the role)

· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a relevant field; Master’s degree preferred.

· 7+ years of experience in program management, project management, or related fields with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Desirable (advantageous)

• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.)
• Experience in the entertainment, leisure, or real estate sectors.
• Proficiency in Arabic would be an advantage.
• Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 and high-level schedule structuring.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across technical and executive levels.
• Strong understanding of master planning, development phasing, and program integration in large-scale urban projects.

Join Qiddiya's team and enjoy a dynamic work environment that offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a significant impact as our future Playmaker !