Senior Manager - Assurance and Audit - Material (CDU4) - 20005184

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment project in Saudi Arabia seeks a Sr. Manager Assurance and Audit to oversee quality management and audit activities across Development Business Units. The role demands strong leadership and extensive experience in the construction industry, particularly in mega projects. The ideal candidate will implement quality management systems and ensure compliance with best practices and standards.

Qualifications

• Over 12 years of leadership experience in the Construction Industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and testing standards.
• Experience with mega or giga projects.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic goals into operational plans for Assurance and Audit.
• Oversee execution of the Assurance and Audit strategy.
• Act as SME for construction materials.
• Lead cross-functional coordination for quality integration.
• Supervise audit planning and execution.
• Ensure compliance during stage gate reviews.
• Monitor contractor adherence to quality processes.
• Support audit readiness and coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Guidance

Quality Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

BSc in Engineering or Quality Management

Chartered Quality Professional CQP MCQI

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification

Job description

Join us at Qiddiya, the future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture in Saudi Arabia. As one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious Vision 2030 giga-projects, Qiddiya is reimagining what’s possible — from world‑class theme parks and arenas to immersive arts, motorsports, and outdoor adventures. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences while driving economic growth and national talent development. At Qiddiya, innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to shaping a vibrant new lifestyle destination. We are building more than just a city — we are building a legacy for generations to come. If you’re driven by impact, creativity, and challenge, there’s a place for you here. Explore our current opportunities and be part of something extraordinary.

The Sr. Manager Assurance and Audit is responsible for translating strategic quality objectives into operational plans and leading the execution of assurance and audit activities across Development Business Units and Asset Delivery Teams with a specialized focus on materials. This role ensures the effective implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS), audit readiness, and compliance with quality standards. The Director oversees stage gate reviews, monitors performance metrics, and drives continuous improvement initiatives. Acting as a key liaison between senior leadership, Development Business Units and Asset Delivery Team. The Director fosters collaboration, mitigates quality risks, and ensures consistent application of best practices. The role also involves managing cross‑functional coordination and providing insights to support strategic decision‑making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Translate strategic goals into operational plans for Assurance and Audit across business units.
• Oversee execution of the Assurance and Audit strategy within assigned domains.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for construction materials, providing technical guidance on specifications, testing, and compliance.
• Lead cross‑functional coordination to ensure quality integration in development and delivery.
• Supervise audit planning, execution, and follow‑up activities.
• Ensure stage gate reviews are conducted with full compliance and documentation.
• Validate procurement quality requirements and ensure consistent application across projects.
• Monitor contractor and consultant adherence to design quality assurance processes.
• Ensure QMS implementation across development teams and business units.
• Support internal and external audit readiness and response coordination.
• Promote a culture of quality ownership and continuous improvement.
• Represent the Assurance and Audit function in operational leadership forums.
• Ensure quality resources and consultants are allocated effectively to projects.
• Track and report on quality KPIs and performance metrics.
• Drive adoption of quality best practices across teams and projects.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Engage with external stakeholders to align quality expectations and deliverables.
• Provide performance insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• BSc in Engineering, Quality management or similar degree (i.e. UK Level 6)
• Chartered Quality Professional CQP MCQI or similar
• Certified ISO 9001 Quality Management System Lead Auditor
• Over 12 years of leadership experience in the Construction Industry on mega or giga projects, Strong knowledge of construction materials, testing standards (ASTM, BS, ACI), and specifications.