Project Manager (Mining & Minerals)

WorleyParsons; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of mining and minerals projects in Saudi Arabia. This role requires strong project management skills, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to sustainability and local workforce development. Candidates must hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have experience in medium to large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant project management experience in mining and minerals industry.
• Proven track record in managing medium/large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Act as primary interface with stakeholders and government entities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Risk Management

Digital Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Role Purpose

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of mining and minerals projects within Client’s portfolio. This includes greenfield and brownfield developments across upstream mining, beneficiation, refining, and downstream processing plants. The role requires close coordination with multi-disciplinary teams, strict adherence to project governance, and alignment with Saudi Arabia’s sustainability, localization, and Vision 2030 objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Lead the full project lifecycle (concept, feasibility, PFS, BFS, EPC/EPCM, and commissioning), ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of mining and minerals projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary interface with Client project management, JV partners, government entities, and contractors. Ensure project objectives reflect stakeholder requirements and strategic business goals.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure compliance with Client project delivery framework, Saudi regulatory standards, and international mining best practices (safety, environmental, and ESG).
• Commercial & Contracts: Manage contracts, procurement strategies, and negotiations of engineering contracts. Drive cost efficiency while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead multi-disciplinary project teams (engineering, HSE, construction and commercial), fostering collaboration and knowledge transfer to Saudi talent.
• Risk & Performance Management: Develop project execution strategies, risk registers, and mitigation plans. Track KPIs (cost, schedule, safety, quality) and implement corrective actions.
• Digital & Innovation: Promote the adoption of digital project delivery tools (BIM, digital twins, 3D laser scanning, advanced project controls) to improve productivity and project assurance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Experience: Relevant project management experience in the mining and minerals industry, preferably across phosphate, gold, copper, or aluminum projects. Proven track record in managing medium/large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC. Strong knowledge of mineral beneficiation, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and downstream processing.
• Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Technical Skills: Strong contract and commercial management skills. Familiarity with international codes, standards, and best practices in mining and process plants. Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6, MS Project) and digital engineering platforms.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities. Excellent communication (English essential, Arabic an advantage). Ability to mentor and develop young Saudi engineers in alignment with IKTVA and Saudization targets.

Key Competencies

• Results-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight schedules.
• Strong focus on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.
• Collaborative mindset to work across Client’s projects and global technology partners.
• High cultural awareness and adaptability within Saudi/GCC business environments.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we\'re not just talking about it; we\'re doing it. We\'re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today\'s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.