Project Manager (Saudization)

Hill International; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 187,476 - 262,467; Full time

Job summary

A leading international project management firm is looking for a seasoned project manager to oversee major infrastructure projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for planning, managing schedules, budgets, and objectives while ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in large-scale projects, especially in water and wastewater works, and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects.
• Extensive experience in management of water and wastewater works.
• Knowledge of project management processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives.
• Monitor and control project progress and performance.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for project execution.
• Analyze project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Risk management

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Overview

The role involves planning and managing projects by developing schedules, budgets, and objectives, while ensuring timely delivery within scope and cost. It includes coordinating internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to support smooth execution and technical feasibility. The position requires monitoring progress and performance, managing risks, resources, and changes, and using appropriate tools to track and improve outcomes.

Additionally, the role focuses on controlling costs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and resolving issues effectively. Regular reporting to management, maintaining project documentation, and providing technical support to team members are also key responsibilities, along with adhering to company policies and performing any additional assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives.
• Monitor and control project progress and performance.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Analyze project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Report and Escalate to management as needed.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and team members to ensure project objectives are met.
• Monitor project costs and ensure cost efficiency.
• Provide regular reports on project progress and performance.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve project issues. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years experience in large-scale infrastructure or city development projects.
• Experience of major government and/or semi-government program and projects implementations.
• Extensive Experience in the project management of water and wastewater works.
• Knowledge of professional project management processes and procedures.
• Experience of implementing a zero accident philosophy.
• A record of engagement with government entities / utility providers.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Proven track record of successful project management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.