Project Lead / Senior Project Manager – Data Centers

Anter Recruitment; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Anter Recruitment is partnering with an international Engineering & Construction business to source a Project Lead / Senior Project Manager for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will drive complex data center and high-tech construction programs, balancing hands-on delivery with strategic oversight in a fast-growing regional hub.

You will lead cross-functional teams, shape project delivery frameworks, and manage stakeholders to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality align with Vision 2030 objectives.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Senior Project Manager or Project Lead in GC environments.
• Direct delivery experience of mission-critical facilities (data centers, semiconductors, biotech).
• Proven leadership with teams through complex, fast-paced lifecycles.
• Regional knowledge of Middle East/KSA market and Vision 2030 initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex, high-tech construction projects from inception to handover (data centers, semiconductors, biotech).
• Shape regional project delivery frameworks and SOPs for the Riyadh core team.
• Mentor and scale a high-performing project team aligned to growth plans.
• Serve as primary liaison for clients, sub-contractors, and internal stakeholders; align with Vision 2030 objectives.
• Maintain tight control of schedules, budgets, technical compliance, quality, and HSE.

Skills

Senior PM

Data centers

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Regional knowledge

Education

Construction Management / Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Eng

Job description

Project Lead / Senior Project Manager - Data Centers

Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

We are partnering with an international Engineering & Construction business entering a major growth phase across the Middle East. Driven by recent, high-profile project awards and a commitment to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, the company is rapidly building out its core project delivery team in Riyadh.

Led by an executive team with a proven track record of scaling regional operations from single digits to over 1,000 employees, this is a rare opportunity to join at the foundational stage of a major regional expansion.

We are seeking a highly capable Project Lead / Senior Project Manager to take the helm on complex, high-tech construction projects, with a primary focus on data centers.

The Opportunity

Second in charge to the GCC DC Project Director - this position offers the unique chance to help shape and define project delivery in the region from day one. You will step directly into live, highly complex projects, enjoying a strong blend of hands-on technical responsibility and high-level strategic influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Project Delivery: Take ownership of complex, high-tech construction projects (data centers, semiconductors, biotech) from inception through to successful handover.
• Shape Regional Operations: Actively contribute to building and refining project delivery frameworks, standard operating procedures, and best practices for the new Riyadh core team.
• Team Leadership: Guide, mentor, and scale a high-performing project team in alignment with the company’s ambitious growth trajectory.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, sub-contractors, and internal global stakeholders, ensuring alignment with Vision 2030 objectives.
• Technical & Commercial Oversight: Maintain rigorous control over project schedules, budgets, technical compliance, quality standards, and health and safety regulations.

What We Are Looking For

• Extensive Experience: Proven track record as a Senior Project Manager or Project Lead within a general contractor environment.
• High-Tech Expertise: Direct experience delivering mission-critical facilities, specifically data centers, semiconductors, or advanced biotech facilities.
• Leadership Capabilities: Demonstrated ability to lead teams through complex, fast-paced project lifecycles.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a high-growth, foundational environment rather than relying on established legacy systems.
• Regional Knowledge: Experience working in the Middle East is highly advantageous, with a strong understanding of the KSA market and Vision 2030 initiatives.
• Education: Degree qualified in Construction Management, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Why Join?

This is a career-defining role offering the stability and backing of a global enterprise combined with the agility and impact of an early-stage regional growth phase. You will be instrumental in delivering the advanced infrastructure that powers the future of Saudi Arabia.