Senior Project Manager

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead complex building projects across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of project management experience, deep understanding of design delivery, and excellent leadership skills. This role involves overseeing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring successful project outcomes from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management within the buildings sector.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, multidisciplinary design projects.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of integrated design projects.
• Manage project contract, ensuring all requirements are fulfilled throughout the project.
• Lead project set-up, including final contract and fee negotiations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management tools proficiency

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in design and project delivery to lead complex building projects across the Middle East. This leadership role is central to driving integrated design solutions, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring successful project outcomes from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management within the buildings sector, with a proven track record of delivering complex, multidisciplinary design projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience in the UAE or GCC region.
• Deep understanding of integrated design delivery and project lifecycle methodologies.
• Experienced in managing large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification (preferred).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experienced in driving successful business development.
• Experienced people manager with prior line management responsibilities beneficial.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of integrated design projects, ensuring alignment across architecture, engineering and specialist disciplines.
• Lead project set-up, including prospect handover, final contract and fee negotiations and internal communications on the project.
• Lead project set-up, including prospect handover, final contract and fee negotiations and internal communications on the project.
• Manage our project contract, including reviewing and negotiating initial terms and ensuring all requirements are fulfilled throughout the project.
• Lead the negotiation and final agreement for all sub-consultants and oversee the development of all associated agreements.