Project Management Associate

Swiss Hospitality Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Project Management Associate to support project managers and ensure smooth project execution. Candidates should be bilingual in Arabic and English, possess a relevant degree, and have proficiency in Microsoft tools. This role offers strong growth opportunities, allowing individuals to progress toward higher-level positions within project management. Responsibilities include supporting project planning and coordination, managing documentation, and conducting site visits.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in project coordination or administration roles.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing projects.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, schedules, and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and handle out-of-office assignments as required.

Skills

Bilingual in Arabic and English

Strong research skills

Highly organized

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Zoho Projects

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Project Management Associate is a dynamic and versatile role designed for individuals who are proactive, bilingual (Arabic and English), and capable of working across multiple projects. This position provides critical support to project managers—sometimes to more than one at a time—and plays a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of projects from start to finish. The role offers strong growth potential for the right candidate to progress to Assistant Project Manager and ultimately Project Manager positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support one or more Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing projects across various sectors.
• Perform a wide range of tasks that vary in complexity—from simple administrative work to complex project-related assignments.
• Conduct site visits and handle out-of-office assignments as required.
• Prepare, update, and maintain project documentation, schedules, and deliverables.
• Assist in coordinating stakeholders, arranging meetings, and following up on action items.
• Research, compile, and analyze information relevant to project needs.
• Utilize AI tools ethically to enhance productivity and quality of work.
• Manage tasks effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field (preferred).
• Bilingual in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Zoho Projects and Microsoft Project.
• Strong research skills and ability to leverage AI tools effectively.
• Highly organized, fast‑paced, and adaptable to changing project needs.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a project coordination, administration, or associate role.
• Exposure to multiple sectors, with the ability to adapt quickly to different project requirements.
• Experience in working with cross‑functional teams.