Senior Manager - Projects (Arena Development) - SPA183

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

Job summary

A leading real estate company is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Arena Development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves overseeing the development of a large-scale sports project, ensuring efficient management of budgets, timelines, and resources. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in commercial real estate and a strong understanding of market trends. Excellent project management, communication, and analytical skills are essential. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with a Master's preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate development.
• Experience in arena or stadium project delivery.
• Knowledge of market trends and regulations for venues.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end development of arena projects.
• Manage project budgets and timelines efficiently.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful execution.
• Monitor project progress and resolve issues as necessary.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Development, Construction Management, or Architecture

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company, a leading real estate company, is seeking a highly experienced and driven individual to join our team as a Senior Project Manager Arena Development. As a Senior Project Manager - Arena Development, you will play a critical role in managing the development of one of our sport real estate projects, contributing to the delivery of innovative and world-class entertainment and sports destinations in Saudi Arabia.

We are looking for a results-oriented professional who has a strong understanding of the real estate industry, along with excellent project management and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of supporting the delivery of large-scale arena or stadium projects, along with a deep knowledge of market trends and regulations for venues.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end development process of an arena development project, from concept to completion
• Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring efficient resource allocation and optimal delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, procurement, construction, legal, and finance to ensure successful project execution
• Support feasibility studies, market analysis, and financial modeling
• Identify and assess potential risks, track risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Coordinate and manage processes with external stakeholders including contractors, vendors, and local authorities
• Monitor project progress, identify and resolve any issues, document and track key actions and report on project status to senior management
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in real estate development
• Support the communication within the development team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
• Manage and prepare monthly reports for presentation to the project control group

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Development, Construction Management, or Architecture (Master's degree preferred)
• Proven track record of at least 7 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate development (Experience in KSA desirable)
• Experience in supporting all stages of planning, development and delivery of a state-of-the-art arena or stadium project
• In-depth knowledge of market trends, regulations, and best practices for sports- und entertainment venues
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and team management abilities
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Proficient in project management software and tools
• Arabic language proficiency desirable but not mandatory