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Project Manager - Events & Entertainment

Client of Foreground

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

A leading events and entertainment firm in Saudi Arabia is searching for an experienced Project Manager to oversee high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing large-scale events and government engagements, ensuring timely and budget-aligned execution.

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in events or entertainment.
  • Strong background in both entertainment and government-related projects.
  • Proficient in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Manage full project lifecycles from concept to post-event review.
  • Develop project plans, budgets, and timelines.
  • Supervise on-ground execution including live event management.

Skills

Leadership
Crisis Management
Stakeholder Management
Coordination

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration
PMP or similar certification

Job description

Project Manager - Events & Entertainment

Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description:
Foreground is partnering with a leading events and entertainment firm in Saudi Arabia to hire an experienced Project Manager capable of leading high-profile government and entertainment projects across the Kingdom. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic oversight, hands-on execution, and stakeholder management, with proven success in delivering large-scale events in the region.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage full project lifecycles from concept to post-event review, ensuring seamless execution aligned with project objectives and brand standards.
• Develop and control detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Coordinate internal departments (creative, production, logistics) and external suppliers to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Serve as the primary liaison with key stakeholders, including government entities and strategic partners.
• Lead project meetings, set clear deliverables, and manage risk mitigation across all phases.
• Ensure compliance with local legal, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Supervise on-ground execution including site setup, rehearsals, live event management, and debrief.
Qualifications:
• 5-7 years of proven project management experience in the events, exhibitions, or entertainment sector.
• Strong background in both entertainment and government-related projects is a must .
• Bachelors degree in a related field (Project Management, Business, Events).
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• Strong command of English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Outstanding coordination, leadership, and crisis management skills.

Company Industry

  • Recruitment
  • Placement Firm
  • Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

  • Projects

Keywords

  • Project Manager - Events & Entertainment

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