Senior Oil and Gas Programme Director – Flexible Location

Jasara Program Management Company; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JASARA PMC invites Expressions of Interest for a Programme Director to lead large-scale oil and gas programmes. You will oversee planning, execution and delivery, ensuring compliance and stakeholder alignment across complex projects.

The role requires 20+ years in the oil and gas sector, with at least 5 years in Saudi Arabia, and international PMC/EPC contractor experience. Immediate availability or 30 days notice is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Professional membership is a must – PMI, RICS, ICE, etc.
• 20+ years in oil & gas with programme/project management experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience with international PMC or EPC contractors and EPC/LSTK contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the overall programme strategy for large-scale projects.
• Manage multiple project teams, ensuring on-time, in-scope, and on-budget delivery.
• Facilitate collaboration among clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Implement programme-level risk management and address issues proactively.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance across oil and gas operations.
• Prepare and present updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Engage with industry partners and government authorities to strengthen visibility.
• Continuously evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Programme management

Oil & gas industry

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Saudi Arabia experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PMI, RICS, ICE membership

Job description

JASARA PMC invites Expressions of Interest for a Programme Director to lead large-scale oil and gas programmes. You will oversee planning, execution and delivery, ensuring compliance and stakeholder alignment across complex projects.

The role requires 20+ years in the oil and gas sector, with at least 5 years in Saudi Arabia, and international PMC/EPC contractor experience. Immediate availability or 30 days notice is preferred.