Senior IT Project Manager

CCDS; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Senior Level IT Project Manager. This pivotal role involves managing large-scale IT projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with strategic objectives. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in IT project management, leadership skills, and fluency in Arabic and English. This position offers benefits such as family medical insurance and annual bonuses.

Benefits

Family medical insurance, class A

Annual bonus based on appraisal

Development and training plan

Qualifications

• Saudi nationality is essential.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in project management within IT.
• Experience in digital transformation projects and IT infrastructure.
• Professional certifications like PMP or PRINCE2 are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope and objectives.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for alignment with business strategies.
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools.
• Prepare and present project updates to senior management.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Risk management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology or Business Management

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

CCDS is a highly respected leader in delivering cybersecurity and information technology solutions. We are currently seeking a Senior Level Saudi IT Project Manager to join our talented team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading large‑scale IT projects while ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with our strategic objectives. Your expertise will be critical in managing cross‑functional teams, driving project execution, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and clients. If you possess a solid background in project management within the IT sector and have a passion for delivering high‑quality results, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple IT projects, ensuring successful delivery from initiation to closure.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that outline scope, objectives, resource requirements, and timelines.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align project goals with business strategies and client requirements.
• Identify risks and implement proactive measures to mitigate them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques to track progress against milestones.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross‑functional teams to ensure project success.
• Prepare and present regular project updates and reports to senior management.
• Mentor and support junior project managers and team members while promoting professional development.

Benefits

• Family medical insurance, class A.
• Annual bonus based on appraisal.
• Development and training plan.

Qualifications

• Saudi nationality is essential.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in project management within the IT industry.
• Experience in digital transformation projects, system development, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
• Proven track record of managing complex and high‑value IT projects.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are highly preferred.
• Additional certifications considered a plus, such as ITIL, COBIT, Agile/Scrum Master.
• Proven ability to coordinate with technical and consulting teams and manage vendor performance.

Core Competencies

• Good understanding of risk management, scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting.
• Experience in preparing project documentation (Scope of Work, Project Plans, Progress Reports, Change Requests).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with the ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in diverse team settings and manage stakeholder relationships.

Languages

• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) is required.