Project Manager

AECOM; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision care

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on high-rise construction and regulatory compliance. You will oversee all phases from conception to closeout, directing scheduling, cost control, and documentation, while mentoring other PMs.

The role requires strong PMC expertise, earned value management, and the ability to coordinate across disciplines to ensure quality and budget adherence on national-scale

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years progressive project management experience in engineering, construction, or related infrastructure industries.
• Proven experience managing multiple complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects with national geographic scope.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management controls (PMC), including earned value management, risk assessment, and technical performance metrics.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and industry standards applicable to engineering projects.
• Successful track record supervising and mentoring project management professionals.
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling, cost control, and technical documentation management.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field

Responsibilities

• Manages one or more highly complex engineering projects from conception through closeout.
• Oversees scheduling, cost controls, and documentation across multi-disciplinary high-rise projects.
• Coordinates with engineering disciplines to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and budget compliance.
• Develops and implements project controls strategies, including earned value management and risk assessment.
• Mentors junior project managers and ensures PMC standards are followed.

Skills

Project management

Earned value management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PM Certification (PMP)

Tools

EVMS software

Scheduling software

Job description

• Primary Location: KSA - Jeddah, SA - Al Murjanah Tower

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

**Responsibilities:

• Manages one or more highly complex engineering projects, involving a combination of the following:
• Clients with a national geographic footprint; OR
• Projects involving a full spectrum of engineering services and technical disciplines; OR
• High-rise and vertical construction projects; OR
• Other complexities, such as projects involving litigation, environmental protection, due diligence, and regulatory compliance
• Oversees all phases of project delivery from conception through closeout, with emphasis on engineering controls and project management controls (PMC), including specialized expertise in high-rise building systems and vertical construction methodologies
• Directs engineering coordination, technical documentation, scheduling, and cost controls across project lifecycle, with demonstrated capability managing multi-story and high-rise structural, mechanical, and systems integration
• Exercises consenting and regulatory authority for technical and administrative approvals, including high-rise building code compliance and vertical construction permitting
• Supervises and mentors other Project Managers, ensuring adherence to PMC standards, engineering best practices, and high-rise project delivery excellence
• Develops and implements project controls strategies, including earned value management, risk assessment, and technical performance metrics specific to high-rise construction environments
• Coordinates with engineering disciplines to ensure technical quality, schedule adherence, and budget compliance across multi-disciplinary high-rise projects
• Maintains comprehensive project documentation and engineering records in accordance with industry standards, client requirements, and high-rise construction protocols

Qualifications

**Qualifications:

**Required:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive project management experience in engineering, construction, or related infrastructure industries
• Proven experience managing multiple complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects with national geographic scope
• Demonstrated expertise in project management controls (PMC), including earned value management, risk assessment, and technical performance metrics
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and industry standards applicable to engineering projects
• Successful track record supervising and mentoring project management professionals
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling, cost control, and technical documentation management
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field

**Preferred:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 15+ years of project management experience in complex engineering environments
• Experience with litigation support, due diligence, and regulatory authority exercises
• Familiarity with earned value management systems (EVMS) and advanced project controls software
• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Project Management
• Experience managing projects exceeding $10 million in budget or multi-year duration

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity serious. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• and employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.