Project Coordinator – Mechanical Engineering | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Uasmart; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Uasmart in Jedid Sanaiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Project Coordinator with a Mechanical Engineering background to support project administration, scheduling, procurement coordination, and documentation.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of project management experience, fluent English, and bilingual English/Arabic skills, with long hours typical for this role. Knowledge of oil & gas, EPC, or OEM environments is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum five years of project management experience.
• Experience in oil and gas, EPC, or OEM environments preferred.
• Experience coordinating production or workshop activities.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and purchase orders tracking.

Responsibilities

• Manage project administration and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and progress tracking.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including purchase requisitions and purchase order tracking.
• Follow up on production activities and workshop operations.
• Coordinate with project teams and relevant departments to support project execution.
• Monitor project schedules and communicate progress updates to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support administrative and operational activities required for effective project coordination.
• Help identify scheduling, procurement, or production issues and follow up on their resolution.

Skills

Project administration

Scheduling

Procurement coordination

Documentation

English communication

Bilingual English Arabic

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: Jedid Sanaiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Category: Engineering & Technical; Project Management; Energy, Oil & Gas; Operations & Supply Chain

Job Overview

An urgent recruitment opportunity is available for a Project Coordinator in Jedid Sanaiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The employer is seeking a candidate with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least five years of project management experience. Candidates with backgrounds in oil and gas, Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) environments are preferred.

The successful candidate will support project administration, documentation, scheduling, planning, procurement coordination, and production or workshop follow-up. The role requires effective coordination of purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), project schedules, and operational activities to support timely project execution.

Applicants must have strong English communication skills, and bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is required. A valid Iqama and relevant project experience are also specified in the vacancy announcement. Candidates should be prepared for long working hours, as indicated by the employer, and should confirm the complete employment terms during recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project administration and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and progress tracking.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including purchase requisitions and purchase order tracking.
• Follow up on production activities and workshop operations.
• Coordinate with project teams and relevant departments to support project execution.
• Monitor project schedules and communicate progress updates to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support administrative and operational activities required for effective project coordination.
• Help identify scheduling, procurement, or production issues and follow up on their resolution.

These responsibilities are based on the duties listed in the original vacancy and general descriptions of the advertised role.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum five years of project management experience.
• Experience in oil and gas, EPC, or OEM environments is preferred.
• Relevant project coordination and documentation experience.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of project administration and documentation.
• Experience with scheduling, planning, and project follow-up.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, purchase requisitions, and purchase order tracking.
• Experience coordinating production or workshop activities.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems is an advantage.

Language and Professional Requirements

• Ability to communicate in English.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is required according to the vacancy description.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage documentation and follow up on project activities.

Required Documents

The employer requests the following documents:

• Updated CV.
• Valid Iqama with a valid expiry date.
• Contact number.

Candidates should confirm any additional documentation requirements directly with the recruiter.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary: Negotiable.

The employer states that salary will be paid monthly. The advertisement does not specify a fixed salary range or additional benefits.

The role offers an opportunity to apply project coordination, procurement follow-up, scheduling, and technical administration experience in an industrial environment. Candidates with relevant oil and gas, EPC, or OEM experience may further develop their project management and operational coordination skills.

Working hours, accommodation, transportation, medical insurance, leave entitlements, and other benefits have not been specified and should be confirmed with the employer.

Employment Details

• Job Title: Project Coordinator
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Location: Jedid Sanaiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Experience: Minimum 5 years
• Preferred Industry Experience: Oil & Gas, EPC, or OEM
• Languages: English and Arabic
• Salary: Negotiable
• Payment Frequency: Monthly
• Iqama: Valid Iqama required
• Work Schedule: Long working hours indicated by the employer

Contact Person: Jahangir Alom
Phone / WhatsApp