Senior IT Project Manager: AI & Transformation Lead (Riyadh)

Norconsult Telematics Limited; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Norconsult Telematics Limited is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead multiple complex initiatives. You will define scope, craft plans, manage cross‑functional teams and vendors, and ensure delivery within time and budget while meeting quality and security standards.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, executive reporting and proven delivery of AI/digital transformation projects in government or semi-government contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering; master’s preferred.
• 8–12 years IT project management experience leading complex, multidisciplinary initiatives.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and acceptance criteria.
• Develop integrated project plans, schedules and resource allocations across multiple teams and projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams, vendors and external partners, ensuring accountability and effective coordination.
• Engage executive and operational stakeholders and maintain structured communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies, including IT/AI initiatives, with mitigation plans.
• Monitor project performance through dashboards and management tools; address deviations in scope, schedule and budget.
• Manage budgets, financial controls and scope changes to optimise costs while maintaining delivery quality.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, cybersecurity standards and governance frameworks.
• Act as the primary escalation point for project issues and coordinate timely resolution.
• Lead status meetings and provide senior management with progress, risks and financial reports.
• Coordinate with technical teams for architectural alignment, deployment readiness and handover.
• Oversee quality assurance, validate deliverables and obtain stakeholder acceptance.
• Manage vendor performance and SLAs to ensure contractual value.
• Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned to drive PMO improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Vendor governance

Cross-functional leadership

Executive reporting

Risk management

Budgeting & financial controls

Communication & negotiation

AI/digital transformation familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

PMP/PMI-ACP/PRINCE2 Practitioner certification

Job description

Norconsult Telematics Limited is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead multiple complex initiatives. You will define scope, craft plans, manage cross‑functional teams and vendors, and ensure delivery within time and budget while meeting quality and security standards.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, executive reporting and proven delivery of AI/digital transformation projects in government or semi-government contexts.