Senior Manager - Sports Technology & IT (SPA175)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Senior Manager - Sports Technology & IT. The successful candidate will oversee the development of sports technology strategies and ensure seamless integration with venue designs. This role requires at least 10 years of experience, particularly in Stadium & Arena technology, making it ideal for those with a background in sports events technology. Strong collaborative and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in similar roles.
• Successful track record of working with Stadium & Arena technology in sporting events is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sports technology strategies and plans.
• Participate in design meetings with stakeholders.
• Monitor and review sport technology consultant deliverables.
• Support installation and commissioning of sport technology systems.

Skills

Stadium & Arena technology expertise

Project management

Technical drawing review

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Systems Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is actively searching for a Senior Manager - Sports Technology & IT for our Sports business unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, coordination, and implementation of sports technology strategies and plans at the Sports Business Unit and/or individual sports asset level, ensuring that sport-specific solutions are embedded and functionally integrated within the overall design.
• Participate in design meetings with stakeholders and consultants, documenting and tracking key decisions and action items.
• Support multidisciplinary design coordination to ensure sport technology is properly considered and integrated across disciplines.
• Review and validate sport technical and technology drawings, models, and documentation, ensuring consistency, compliance, and quality of sport tech integration.
• Collaborate with the Lead Design Consultant (LDC) and MEP team to ensure MEP design integrates seamlessly with architecture, structure, and sport technology systems.
• Provide input during RFP and tender phases to ensure accurate and comprehensive representation of sport technology requirements in design and procurement documentation.
• Track evolving sport technology requirements and trends through federations and industry networks to maintain up-to-date, state-of-the-art venue solutions, aligned with departmental leadership direction.
• Monitor and review sport technology consultant deliverables to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, project scope, and quality benchmarks.
• Support and participate in the installation and commissioning of sport technology systems across venues, coordinating with stakeholders and assisting Delivery and Asset Management teams.
• Contribute to team initiatives such as coordination, knowledge management, and continuous improvement projects as requested by SBU leadership and line management.
• Promote collaboration and professional growth within the Design & Planning unit, fostering sports tech awareness across the Sports Business Unit and beyond.
• Engage with suppliers, vendors, and other partners within the sports technology ecosystem to support the objectives of the Sports Business Unit Design & Planning and related teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Systems Engineering or Computer Science related fields. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in similar roles. Successful track record of working with Stadium & Arena technology in sporting events is highly desirable.