Project director/ Project manager

confidential; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Project Director/Project Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on leading innovative smart city projects like Boulevard and Qiddiya, driving sustainable practices, and ensuring project success through effective stakeholder coordination. Candidates should demonstrate significant leadership experience and a commitment to urban innovation.

Qualifications

• Saudi nationals with relevant experience in smart city projects and facilities management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects, particularly Boulevard or Qiddiya.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to navigate complex project environments and stakeholder dynamics.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving.
• Commitment to sustainability and innovative urban solutions.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and community relations.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving project requirements and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and execution of smart city projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government entities and private partners, to facilitate project success.
• Implement best practices in facilities management to optimize operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular project reviews and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards throughout project lifecycles.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation for transparency and accountability.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Engage with community stakeholders to ensure project alignment with public interests.

Skills

Expertise in smart city technologies and solutions

Strong understanding of facilities management principles

Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions

Strong organizational and time management skills

Effective communication and presentation abilities

Knowledge of local regulations and compliance standards

Job description

The Project Director/Project Manager position is crucial for leading innovative engineering projects in the dynamic landscape of Saudi Arabia, particularly within the realms of smart city development and facilities management. This role is tailored for candidates with a proven track record in managing high-profile projects such as the Boulevard and Qiddiya initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for steering projects that enhance urban living through smart technologies and sustainable practices, ensuring that all objectives are met efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee the planning and execution of smart city projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
2. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver high-quality outcomes.
3. Coordinate with stakeholders, including government entities and private partners, to facilitate project success.
4. Implement best practices in facilities management to optimize operational efficiency.
5. Conduct regular project reviews and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
6. Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
7. Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards throughout project lifecycles.
8. Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation for transparency and accountability.
9. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
10. Engage with community stakeholders to ensure project alignment with public interests.

Preferred Candidate

1. Saudi nationals with relevant experience in smart city projects and facilities management.
2. Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects, particularly Boulevard or Qiddiya.
3. Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
4. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
5. Ability to navigate complex project environments and stakeholder dynamics.
6. Proficient in project management software and tools.
7. Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving.
8. Commitment to sustainability and innovative urban solutions.
9. Experience in stakeholder engagement and community relations.
10. Willingness to adapt to evolving project requirements and technologies.

Skills

• Expertise in smart city technologies and solutions.
• Strong understanding of facilities management principles.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Knowledge of local regulations and compliance standards.