Project Manager – Field Joint Pipeline Coating

JobItUs; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Field Joint Coating projects. The ideal candidate will manage project scheduling, budget forecasts, and ensure compliance with project specifications. Responsibilities include coordinating personnel mobilization, monitoring costs, and providing progress reports to clients. Pipeline Coating experience is preferred for this role, and candidates should have strong skills in tools like Microsoft Project and Oracle Fusion PPM.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, especially in Field Joint Coating projects.
• Proven skills in preparing and maintaining project budgets and forecasts.
• Ability to coordinate mobilization and demobilization of personnel and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor project schedules in coordination with teams.
• Review project scope of work for compliance with specifications.
• Provide weekly progress reports to clients.

Skills

Project scheduling using Microsoft Project

Budget management

Cost control

Oracle Fusion PPM

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Fusion PPM

Job description

The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of Field Joint Coating (FJC) projects. This role ensures that all project activities are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the approved scope of work, specifications, and quality standards. The Project Manager will act as the primary interface between the client, internal departments, and site operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, update, and monitor project schedules using Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel in coordination with operations, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Define project milestones, critical paths, and deliverables to align with client pipelay schedules.
• Coordinate mobilization and demobilization of personnel and equipment in line with site readiness and call-off requirements.
• Review project scope of work, specifications, and contractual obligations to ensure full compliance.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare and maintain project budgets and forecasts using Excel and Oracle Fusion PPM modules.
• Monitor actual costs versus budget (labor, materials, equipment, logistics, subcontractors).
• Identify cost variances, risks, and opportunities, providing timely reports and corrective actions.
• Support month-end reporting, revenue recognition, and project accruals.

Commercial & Documentation

• Prepare and submit Progress / Milestone Payment Certificates for client approval.
• Track and follow up on approvals to ensure timely invoicing and cash flow.
• Assist in preparation of variation requests, change orders, and contract correspondence as required.
• Maintain organized project documentation in line with QMS requirements (correspondence, reports, drawings, certificates, NCRs, etc.).

Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• Track daily and weekly production rates against the baseline plan.
• Coordinate with operations to identify delays, manpower shortages, or technical challenges.
• Provide weekly progress reports and lookahead schedules to the Senior Project Manager and client.

Note: Pipeline Coating Experience Preferred