Project Manager

Bilfinger; Dammam; On-site; SAR 374,000 - 488,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Project Manager for General Maintenance Contract in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of extensive experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical sectors, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering. The role involves managing daily operations and ensuring efficient execution of maintenance plans while fostering strong client relationships. Candidates must be willing to relocate full-time to KSA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years Oil & Gas / Petrochemical maintenance experience.
• Experience in mixed-feed cracker / polyethylene / aromatics units preferred.
• Willing to live full-time in KSA; flexibility to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance operations across refinery & petrochemical units.
• Ensure productive, cost-effective, and efficient execution of the maintenance scope.
• Lead relationship management with Operations, Planning, TAR, Procurement & HSE departments.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Technical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SAP

CMMS

PMP

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. 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

1. JOB PURPOSE

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.
• Ensure alignment to Client maintenance strategy, procedures & best practices.
• Lead behavioural change, incident prevention and safety culture improvement.
• Implement training, toolbox talks, permit-to-work systems & Life-Saving Rules.
• Monitor & review HSE audits, ensure zero major observations.
• Manage claims, variations, contractual disputes, and change orders.
• Support procurement & subcontractor management.
• Lead manpower mobilization strategy for contract start-up (FTE & rental workforce).
• Monitor utilisation, productivity & organisational efficiency.
• 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.

F. Planning & Turnaround Readiness

• 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
• Client relationship management skills
• Motivational and performance-driven mindset

5. KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS

Area

KPI

HSE

Zero major incidents & positive audit results

Maintenance

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.