Senior Aviation Project Manager - Fast-Track Airports (KSA)

Stryker Corporation; Jeddah; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Manager with extensive aviation sector experience to oversee major airport infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will manage contractor performance, coordinate engineering teams, and ensure compliance with aviation standards. Applicants should have 15+ years in project management, including 7-10 years in aviation projects, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and effective communication skills. This is a full-time, KSA-based role requiring leadership in complex, regulated environments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project management of large scale construction programs.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in aviation or airport projects, including hangars and airside works.
• Must have full professional proficiency in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project delivery activities across aviation infrastructure projects.
• Oversee Design & Build (D&B) contractor performance, ensuring alignment with specifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across design, construction, and commissioning.

Skills

Aviation sector experience

Project management

Leadership

Construction management

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aviation)

PMP or equivalent program management certification preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

A global consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Manager with extensive aviation sector experience to oversee major airport infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will manage contractor performance, coordinate engineering teams, and ensure compliance with aviation standards. Applicants should have 15+ years in project management, including 7-10 years in aviation projects, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and effective communication skills. This is a full-time, KSA-based role requiring leadership in complex, regulated environments.