Project Head (Integrated Steel Plant)

Manpower Resources India; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Resources India is mandated to fill the role of Project Head for a global conglomerate in Saudi Arabia, overseeing Slab Caster, gas-based DRI, and Lime/Dolomitic plants. The candidate will lead from concept through commissioning, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and high safety standards, with 18+ years in iron & steel and strong project leadership.

The position requires a BE/B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering; PMP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of iron & steel industry experience.
• Experience delivering large capital projects from concept to commissioning.
• PMP certification or equivalent is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project delivery for multiple facilities from concept to commissioning.
• Drive project planning: scope, budget, schedule, and manpower.
• Coordinate with licensors, EPC contractors and OEMs on process design and equipment specs.
• Manage procurement and contracts with commercial teams.
• Oversee site execution across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation works.
• Lead commissioning and handover to operations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Team coordination

Education

B.E. Mechanical Engineering

B.E. Metallurgical Engineering

B.E. Electrical Engineering

B.E. Chemical Engineering

Job description

We have been mandated by a global conglomerate is into "Iron & Steel" manufacturing business.

Position Title: Project Head (Slab Caster / Gas based DRI / LDP)

Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering. A PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification is an advantage.

Experience: 18+ Yrs

Location: Saudi Arabia

Role Overview:

To lead and deliver new capital projects at the plant - Slab Caster, Gas-Based DRI Plant and Lime Dolo Plant - from concept to commissioning, ensuring these are executed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end project delivery for the Slab Caster, Gas-Based DRI Plant, and Lime Dolo Plant - from concept, feasibility and basic engineering through detailed engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (concept to commissioning).
• Drive project planning: define scope, budget, schedule and manpower plan for each project; track progress against milestones and course-correct as needed.
• Coordinate with technology licensors, EPC contractors, OEMs and consultants to finalize process design, equipment specifications and execution methodology.
• Manage procurement and contracts in coordination with the commercial team - vendor selection, contract finalization, and expediting of critical equipment.
• Oversee site execution - civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation works - ensuring quality, safety and statutory compliance at all times.
• Lead commissioning and stabilization of each unit, working closely with operations to ensure a smooth handover and ramp-up to rated capacity.
• Manage project budgets and capital expenditure; track costs against approved estimates and report variances to management.
• Build and lead the project team, including engineers and site supervisors; coordinate with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, safety, quality, finance).
• Provide regular project status reports and risk updates to senior management and the Board, as required.

DESIRED CANDIDATE PROFILE

• 18-24 years of experience in the iron & steel industry, with a track record of executing large capital projects such as Slab Caster, DRI (gas-based) and Lime/Dolomite calcination plants.
• Hands-on experience of at least one greenfield or brownfield project from concept stage to commissioning is essential.
• Strong knowledge of steel-making process technology, project engineering, EPC contract management and commissioning practices.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to work with multi-cultural teams and international contractors.
• Age up to 48 years.