Project Manager ELV/ICT/AV

Stryker Corporation; Saudi Arabia; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Project Manager to oversee project delivery from inception to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and managing project operations, ensuring quality and cost control. With 7 to 10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, candidates must also possess PMP certification. Opportunities to lead diverse projects await.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years relevant experience in ICT/ELV project implementation.
• Hands-on experience in installation/construction activities in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of QS & QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Monitor progress and ensure on-time completion of projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (IT, Communications, Electrical, Engineering or similar)

PMP certification

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 175341

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al‑Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive privately‑held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions—automotive, financial services, real‑estate, retail and healthcare—Al‑Futtaim Group employs more than 35,000 people across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, and partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. The group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable continued growth and expansion, responding to the changing needs of the societies in which it operates.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity, Al‑Futtaim Group enriches the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role

The Project Manager works under the supervision of the Head of Operations and is responsible for leading the project team to deliver the project from inception to completion successfully. The role includes planning, directing, and coordinating the project’s operations, ensuring and improving performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability through effective methods.

What you will do

Project Management

• Develop and implement the project execution plan, ensuring quality control standards and cost control for on‑time completion.
• Deliver projects on time, within budget and quality set by the organization.
• Liaise with all stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Coordinate with project managers and project directors to ensure timely order of materials and planning/arranging of labor and subcontractors.
• Supervise, monitor and report project progress throughout the cycle to ensure on‑time completion. Lead project progress meetings and coordinate with other departments.
• Oversee installation and construction work, ensuring efficient workmanship standards.
• Ensure a proper record of completed project documentation is available upon project completion.
• Elaborate and update project planning data (effort, actual costs vs budget, schedule, personnel deployment planning, etc.).

Cost Management

• Execute projects within estimated material, labor and staff costs.
• Submit monthly payment applications, obtain certification and collect payments through QS & Finance.
• Obtain variation orders for scope changes instructed by the employer.

Engineering

• Monitor and ensure pre‑construction activities (material submittals and drawings) are executed in line with the project plan.
• Ensure adequate resources are assigned to the project in coordination with the project head.
• Ensure Engineering/Design complies with local authorities and specialist manufacturer recommendations.

Quality Standards

• Assign adequate QA/QC staff.
• Monitor and control quality performance of projects.
• Ensure no quality deviations occur.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure all company and subcontractor personnel comply with AFE HSE policy.
• Actively support and participate in safety and environmental initiatives.

Required skills to be successful

Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent problem‑solving and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork, job ethic, and commitment to job.
• Client relationship management and time management.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.

What Equips you for the role

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (IT, Communications, Electrical, Engineering or similar).
• PMP certification.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Minimum Experience

• 7 to 10 years relevant experience in ICT/ELV project implementation, including structured cabling, ICT, ELV, security, AV, etc.

Job‑Specific Technical Skills

• Hands‑on experience in installation/construction activities and work in a construction environment.
• Hands‑on experience commissioning ICT/ELV/AV systems.
• Technical training or certifications in leading ICT/ELV/AV systems.
• Expert knowledge of ICT/ELV/AV industry standards, practices, techniques, procedures, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of QS & QC processes.
• Good knowledge of networks, installation, T&C & ICT/ELV/AV system integration.
• Experience in basic network implementation, installation, configuration and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Responsive to changing demands and experience in construction management.
• Good knowledge of project execution processes and local code of practice and international standards for design implementation.

About Al‑Futtaim Engineering & Technologies

Al‑Futtaim Engineering & Technologies offers customers complete engineering and systems integration solutions. The engineering arm operates in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, providing a wide variety of products and services from air conditioning, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety, facilities management, building products, MEP, energy management, technology infrastructure and digital transformation. The technologies division provides complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers, including contact centre solutions, business applications, business intelligence, data management, advanced analytics and more. The IT infrastructure portfolio comprises IP telephony, ELV systems, networking solutions, professional audio‑visual solutions and managed services. These solutions are complemented by project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after‑sales maintenance contracts.