Project Manager

Business Managment Company (BMC); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology management firm in Riyadh is seeking a Project Manager to lead and manage customer projects, ensuring they meet contractual and budgetary requirements. Ideal candidates will have 7–10 years of project management experience in telecommunications or IT infrastructure, excellent leadership and financial management skills, and proficiency in project management tools. PMP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in project management, preferably within telecommunications, IT infrastructure, or digital transformation sectors.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
• Experience in managing large-scale customer-facing projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding of project financial management, cost control, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of customer projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and managing end-to-end delivery of customer projects, ensuring they meet contractual obligations, budget constraints, and business objectives. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining client relationships, mitigating risks, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of customer projects in alignment with company objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources while ensuring compliance with company policies and quality standards.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and internal stakeholders to provide status updates, resolve challenges, and align expectations.
• Monitor and report project performance metrics, ensuring financial targets and KPIs are achieved.
• Drive project governance and adherence to defined methodologies and reporting processes.
• Lead and mentor project team members, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, and operations teams to ensure efficient resource utilization and timely project delivery.
• Support pre-sales and proposal development by providing project planning inputs, risk assessments, and cost estimates when required.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in project management, preferably within the telecommunications, IT infrastructure, or digital transformation sectors.
• Certifications: PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
• Experience in managing large-scale customer-facing projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding of project financial management, cost control, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and other project management tools.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities in English.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a focus on results.