Project Director (Assets & Facilities Management)

Job Purpose:

To provide professional consulting services to its Operations & Maintenance department. We are seeking an experienced international Facilities Management leader for the role of Project Director Asset & Facility Management.

Project Overview:

The program covers all aspects of the maintenance, cleaning and operation activities and will be delivered in line with EXPRO National Manual for Assets & Facility Management (NMA&FM). Our responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and recommending improvements to contracts: Analyzing the portfolio of contracts in terms of cost build-up, scope and deliverables and converting them to performance-based contracts for contracts.
• Developing Policies & procedures to support the transformation process in line with NMA&FM. Conduct training and ensure their successful implementation.
• Conducting awareness training for staff on the National Manual for Asset and Facilities Management (NMA&FM)
• Implementing Stage gate processes from an A&FM perspective on new construction projects
• Reviewing Organizational structure and employee roles and responsibilities and recommending improvements linked to performance and outcomes in line with NMA&FM.
• Developing performance measurement processes and systems to optimize Asset performance and ensure efficient use of resources and funds.
• Implemented all program initiatives; first via a pilot site and later across the entire client organization.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Understands the Saudi Procurement and Tendering System (with practical experience in Saudi Arabia).
• Understands the transformation process from Operations & Maintenance Management to Asset & Facilities Management (with hands-on experience in transformation projects).
• Familiar with international and local standards related to Asset and Facilities Management (preferably holding relevant professional certifications).
• Capable of developing procedures, policies, and maintenance plans in accordance with the National Guide for Assets and Facilities.
• Understands how to convert contracts into performance-based contracts (with practical experience in establishing performance-based agreements).
• Experienced in designing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure service quality and operational efficiency.

Experience / Skills required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Facility Management, Project Management, or a related discipline (master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in Asset & Facility Management, including at least 10 years leading large-scale transformation projects.
• Proven experience in Sports Facilities
• Deep knowledge of the Saudi Government Tenders and Procurement Law, with proven experience in public sector contracting.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing performance-based contracts from initiation to execution.
• Strong understanding of national and international A&FM standards (e.g., ISO 55000, IFMA frameworks).
• Professional certifications preferred, such as PMP, CFM, FMP, or ISO 55000-related credentials.