Project Manager

Bilfinger Berger SE; Dammam; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a Project Manager for General Maintenance Contract at a petrochemical complex. The role includes managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with HSE standards, and leading a multi-cultural team. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 15+ years of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale projects with international travel flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years Oil & Gas / Petrochemical maintenance experience.
• Experience in mixed-feed cracker / polyethylene / aromatics units preferred.
• Proven ability to lead large multi-cultural teams within refinery environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the General Maintenance Services Contract.
• Ensure productive, cost-effective, and efficient execution of maintenance scope.
• Establish & monitor KPIs with Client.
• Act as primary focal point with Client Operations & Maintenance Teams.
• Coordinate spare parts planning and scheduling with Client teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

People Management

Technical Judgment

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SAP/CMMS

Job description

In the Middle East, Bilfinger is one of the leading service providers of engineering and consultancy services, project management, construction, maintenance O&M and life cycle services. We enhance the efficiency of our client’s assets, ensure a high level of availability and reduce maintenance costs. With our 4.000 employees, we are a leading German corporation where engineering excellence, safety and quality are part of our DNA. With four entities in the Middle East (Bilfinger Tebodin Middle East, Bilfinger Deutsche Babcock Emirates, Babcock Borsig Service Arabia, Babcock Borsig Steinmüller Kuwait) and over 10 offices across the region, we offer job opportunities that allow you to utilize all your knowledge and experience. Are you looking for a chance to put your skills to their best-possible use? Then we have what you are looking for!

PROJECT MANAGER – GENERAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT

Department: Maintenance & Projects
Location: Jubail (Client Plant)
Contract Start: Q1 - 2026
Reports To: Client Routine Maintenance Section Manager / Operations Director
Direct Reports: Site Managers, Supervisors, Planners, HSE Team, Admin & Commercial Team
Position Type: Full-Time

1. JOB PURPOSE

Lead and manage the General Maintenance Services Contract at the Clients Petrochemical & Refinery complex.

Responsible for overall planning, execution, performance, compliance, manpower readiness, stakeholder coordination and commercial delivery of the maintenance contract to meet Client expectations, HSE standards, and long-term reliability goals.

2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

A. Maintenance & Operational Management

• Manage daily maintenance operations across refinery & petrochemical units.
• Ensure productive, cost-effective, and efficient execution of the maintenance scope.
• Lead readiness for Client commissioning, start-up support & integration into refinery assets.
• Establish & monitor KPIs with Client – availability, productivity, schedule compliance & cost control.
• Ensure alignment to Client maintenance strategy, procedures & best practices.
• Enforce Client safety & fire rules and ensure full compliance on site.
• Lead behavioural change, incident prevention and safety culture improvement.
• Implement training, toolbox talks, permit-to-work systems & Life-Saving Rules.

C. Commercial & Contract Management

• Review & approve monthly invoices based on actual work completed.
• Manage claims, variations, contractual disputes, and change orders.
• Support procurement & subcontractor management.
• Ensure full compliance with contractual deliverables & performance obligations.

D. Manpower, Training & Competency Framework

• Lead manpower mobilization strategy for 2026 contract start-up (FTE & rental workforce).
• Monitor utilisation, productivity & organisational efficiency.
• Implement Competency SOP & trade-specific training matrix (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation).
• Coordinate site familiarisation training on Client Units for all personnel.

E. Stakeholder & Client Interface

• Act as primary focal point with Client Operations & Maintenance Teams.
• Lead relationship management with Operations, Planning, TAR, Procurement & HSE departments.
• Provide leadership in client collaboration, feedback management & performance reviews.
• Participate in Client coordination meetings, audits & strategic planning sessions.
• Lead annual & long-term maintenance planning for Clients Plant units.
• Ensure full readiness for Turnarounds (T&I), shutdowns & critical inspections.
• Coordinate spare parts planning, resource allocation & scheduling with Client teams.

3. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering

Site Manager

Experience

Minimum 15 years Oil & Gas / Petrochemical maintenance experience

Petrochemical Exposure

Experience in mixed-feed cracker / polyethylene / aromatics units preferred

Leadership

Proven ability to lead large multi-cultural teams within refinery environments

Certifications

Preferred: PMP, IOSH/NEBOSH, API/ASME knowledge, SAP/CMMS proficiency

Location

Willing to live full-time in KSA; flexibility to travel internationally

Site Manager

4. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong leadership & people management skills
• Sound technical judgment under pressure
• Excellent communication and reporting ability
• Strategic & commercial thinking
• Client relationship management skills
• Motivational and performance-driven mindset

5. KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS

Area

KPI

HSE

Zero major & positive audit results

Maintenance

Schedule compliance & cost efficiency

Client Relationship

Client satisfaction score & audit feedback

Manpower

Planned vs actual mobilization readiness

Operational Excellence

Predictive maintenance integrated into CMMS

Competency

To apply, please submit your CV in English through the system, containing as a minimum your contact details, education level, relevant experience and earliest possible start date.

Any applicant must be aware that the selection of candidates is at the sole discretion of the employer. Applicants will not receive any communication unless they are selected for an interview. Only applicants that have responded to vacancies through the online form will be considered.