Project Manager - Events (PME001)

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events and entertainment organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee high-profile government and entertainment projects. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of event management experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role involves planning, coordination, and ensuring client satisfaction from start to finish. Applicants should be able to work under pressure and communicate effectively in both English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in event or project management within the events industry.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve challenges proactively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning, coordination, and execution of events.
• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, budget, and milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Oversee team performance and task delegation.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and provide detailed reports.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Event Management

Logistics

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Business English

Arabic

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Management, Hospitality, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a leading events and entertainment organization in Saudi Arabia to identify a skilled 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:

• Lead and manage the planning, coordination, and execution of events, ensuring alignment with client objectives and business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that outline event scope, timeline, budget, and key milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates, resolving issues, and ensuring satisfaction at every stage of the project.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Work closely with internal teams (creative, marketing, operations) and external partners (vendors, suppliers, venues) to ensure seamless event execution.
• Oversee team performance, providing clear direction and delegating tasks to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost control while maintaining quality and client expectations.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and services.
• Oversee event execution, ensuring all aspects of the event are delivered to specification.
• Manage on-site logistics, including event setup, coordination during the event, and teardown.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and provide detailed reports including financial summaries and key performance metrics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Management, Hospitality, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in event or project management within the events industry.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve challenges proactively.

Required Skills:

Management Skills Compliance Logistics Mitigation Entertainment Oversight Event Management Stakeholder Management Arabic Timelines Deliverables Government Suppliers Project Management Business English Leadership Management