Senior Director - Project Delivery - SDU - 20012793 - HS8

Qiddiya Investment Company 1; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company seeks a Senior Director - Project Director Delivery to lead the execution of high-profile projects within the Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU). You will establish the delivery governance, PM framework, and operating model for QDC HQ, ensuring timely, quality, and within-budget outcomes.

You will coordinate with HQ Operations, Design, and other BUs, fostering alignment across programs, managing HSSE, sustainability, and contractor governance while delivering complex

Qualifications

• 25 years’ experience, of which at least 5 years must be in a senior leadership role overseeing construction delivery or project execution within large programs or the consulting / delivery industry.
• Bachelors degree in architecture or engineering required; Masters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish/update delivery and project management framework for all delivery methods (Self-Delivery, Delivery partner, CM, traditional).
• Develop/update policies, processes, procedures, manuals and templates for delivery and consultancy (PMC) across all projects.
• Define governance process with a detailed RACI for all projects.
• Support HQ Operations Director and Project Director (Design) in governance for complete program lifecycle.
• Develop Project Delivery Strategy requirements and templates for all delivery models.
• Coordinate with Technical Director on project delivery management requirements.
• Develop/Update HSSE requirements for the delivery phase, coordinating with HSE and Security Managers.
• Develop/Update Sustainability requirements for the delivery phase.
• Ensure HSSE governance, audits and reviews during construction and handover.
• Ensure quality management systems during construction including inspections and defect management.
• Support MMC Director in MMC strategy and delivery integration across models.
• Support Procurement Director in contractor/supplier standards for prequalification and RFPs.
• Assist HQ Executive director with presentations and submittals for approvals.
• Accountable for delivery of special HQ projects including approvals, reporting, and handover.
• Ensure compliance with QDC policies and standards across projects.
• Provide peer reviews, audits and contractor performance reviews for delivery and consultancy.
• Coordinate input from BUs on HQ governance framework and document updates.
• Lead training materials for policy implementation and participate in trainings.

Skills

Procurement governance

Strategic sourcing

Supply chain management

Delivery models

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Senior Director - Project Director Delivery to lead and oversee the delivery of high-profile projects within the Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU). This leadership role requires a seasoned professional to ensure the successful execution and completion of complex projects, aligning with Qiddiya’s strategic goals and objectives.

The Senior Director - Project Director Delivery provides executive leadership in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the construction delivery, governance, and operating model for QDC HQ. Ensure delivery processes are developed, standardized, and rolled out across all BUs when required. Provides leadership for assigned HQ special projects accountable for meeting quality, time, budget and HSSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish/update delivery and project management framework for all delivery methods (including Self-Delivery, Delivery partner, CM, traditional etc.).
• Develop / update policies, processes, procedures, manuals and templates for delivery and consultancy (including PMC) for all projects and delivery methods.
• Define governance process including detailed RACI matrix for all projects for Stages.
• Support / coordinate with HQ Operations Director and Project Director (Design) in establishing governance and operational model for the complete program lifecycle.
• Develop Project Delivery Strategy requirements and templates applicable to all projects and delivery models.
• Coordinate Technical / Peer review project delivery management process and requirements with the Technical Director.
• Develop/Update Health Safety Security and Environmental management requirements for the P\project delivery phase including HSSE Reviews, co-ordinate with HSE and Security Managers.
• Develop/Update Sustainability management requirements for the delivery phase. co-ordinate with Sustainability Managers.
• Develop and update Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) management requirements for the construction and delivery phases, including site HSSE governance, audits, and reviews, in coordination with HSE and Security Managers.
• Ensure quality management systems are implemented and enforced during construction, including inspections, testing, defect management, and handover requirements.
• Support MMC Director in establishing and overall MMC strategy and delivery integration process for all delivery models
• Support the Procurement Director in establishing contractor, supplier, and construction service requirements and standards for prequalification and RFP processes.
• Support HQ Executive director in presentations and submittal for business line, project and budget approvals.
• Accountable for delivery of special HQ projects including all approvals, reporting, management of internal and external stakeholders, financial closure and handover.
• Accountable for compliance of special/assigned HQ projects with all QDC policies, processes, procedures and requirements, ensuring that the project meets HSE, budget, schedule and quality standards and requirements.
• Support BUs in project delivery with peer reviews, consultant selection and management (when required), project audits to ensure compliance with established processes, procedures and standards for delivery and consultancy (including PMC).
• Support BUs with delivery peer reviews, construction management audits, contractor performance reviews, and resolution of complex delivery and site execution issues.
• Coordinates input from BUs on the HQ management and governance framework processes and standards, updates documentation as part of the continuous improvement cycle.
• Leads/support preparation of training materials required for the implementation of policies, processes and procedures, participates in training or presentations when required.
• Participates in QDC Mentoring and Capability Building programs.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering is minimum.
• Master’s Degree in related fields is preferred.

Specific Skills Required

• Significant experience (5+ years) in KSA within large‑scale developments or giga‑projects.
• Thorough knowledge of procurement governance, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management principles.
• Proven experience establishing procurement frameworks, policies, and assurance models for complex, multi‑project programs.
• Strong understanding of multiple delivery models, including Self‑Delivery, Construction Management, Delivery Partner, and Traditional contracting.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic and long‑lead procurement, market engagement, and supplier capacity management.
• Proven leadership in providing central functional procurement services to internal BUs and senior stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across executive leadership, project teams, CPU, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, judgment, and commercial acumen.
• Strong problem‑solving and risk management capability.
• Excellent time management and ability to operate effectively under pressure.

Experience

• 25 years’ experience, of which at least 5 years must be in a senior leadership role overseeing construction delivery or project execution within large programs or the consulting / delivery industry.

Applications closing on 1st July 2026.

Benefits

Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.