Project Manager (Saudi Nationals)

Arbete Careers; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Saudi Arabia is urgently seeking a Project Manager in the Energy Sector, based in Jeddah. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, have at least 5 years of experience, and be capable of attesting with the Saudi Council of Engineers. Responsibilities include ensuring profitable project execution, managing staff, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates with transferable Iqama are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in project management.
• Ability to attest in the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Experience in overhead transmission lines or substations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and profitable performance of the contract.
• Manage overall project staff.
• Ensure safe execution of the project.

Skills

Project management

Electrical Engineering

Risk management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the job Project Manager (Saudi Nationals)

We are urgently looking for a Project Manager for one of our clients in the Energy Sector in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Nationality: Any

Years of Experience: 5 years

Educational Qualification: The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and be capable of Attesting in the Saudi Council of Engineers, with experience in overhead transmission lines or substations.

Competitive salary including other benefits:

Locally available candidates with transferable Iqama (only) are considered for this position.

Notice Period: Immediate joiners or a maximum of one month notice period.

Job Summary: Work with Project Manager as part of a project management team to ensure successful implementation of Long-Term Operation and Maintenance projects with a focus on customer satisfaction and improved profitability.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure efficient, timely and profitable performance of the contract.
• Overall management of all project staff.
• Safe execution of the project through the project safety plan and procedures.
• Implement all aspects of project quality management and control through the project quality plan and procedures.
• Ensure qualified manpower is available and mobilized in a timely manner, as required.
• Review project progress on all aspects (material submittals, drawings and actual site construction) with senior site staff regularly and take corrective actions to meet the project program.
• Manage contract documentation and ensure variations/claims are submitted accurately and on time, with effective follow-up for settlement within agreed timelines. Focus on value engineering, cost control and profitability targets.
• Review executing methods, resources, sequencing, testing and commissioning parameters based on technical specifications.
• Recommend the award of subcontract work to EVP.
• Review all purchase orders for technical requirements, delivery schedules and commercial terms prior to signing.
• Issue necessary instructions to sub-contractors/suppliers on all contractual matters.
• Coordinate with project engineers and quantity surveyors on contract changes and variations and ensure timely resolutions.
• Prepare cost and profitability statements and submit to EVP.
• Liaise with client PM and staff on issues affecting the project on a regular basis.
• Coordinate with Client Project Manager on technical and construction issues through weekly coordination meetings and as required.
• Approve supplier and sub-contractor invoices and other project expenses; release payments.
• Manage customer relationships for positive referrals and potential strategic partnerships.
• Contribute to Quality, Business Excellence & KM initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.