Project Manager

Hill International, Inc.; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A global project management firm is seeking a Project Manager for large-scale infrastructure projects in Jeddah. This role involves leading project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution, ensuring timely delivery while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have a minimum of 15 years of experience in large-scale projects, particularly in water and wastewater management. Strong organizational and communication skills are also essential to succeed in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects.
• Extensive experience in the project management of water and wastewater works.
• Proven track record of successful project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives.
• Monitor and control project progress and performance.
• Ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management software proficiency

Ability to work under pressure

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Company Introduction

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Position Summary

The Project Manager – Western, Jeddah, leads large-scale infrastructure and city development projects, managing all aspects of planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution to ensure timely, on-scope, and on-budget delivery. They coordinate internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders, monitor project performance, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. With extensive experience in water and wastewater works and engagement with government and utility entities, they provide guidance, maintain comprehensive project documentation, and drive a zero-accident philosophy on site.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives.
• Monitor and control project progress and performance.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Analyze project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Report and elevate to management as needed.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and team members to ensure project objectives are met.
• Monitor project costs and ensure cost efficiency.
• Provide regular reports on project progress and performance.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve project issues. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects.
• Experience of major government and/or semi-government program and projects implementations.
• Extensive Experience in the project management of water and wastewater works.
• Knowledge of professional project management processes and procedures.
• Experience of implementing a zero accident philosophy.
• A record of engagement with government entities / utility providers.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• A record of engagement with government entities / utility providers. Proven track record of successful project management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.