Senior Project Manager

Khibraty; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in managing governmental projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven ability to navigate complex project environments. With responsibilities including leading project lifecycles, risk management, and stakeholder communication, this role offers the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and enhance project management practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in Project Management, especially in Governmental projects.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is required.
• Proficient in project management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project management from initiation to closure.
• Develop project plans, manage risks, and ensure quality.
• Engage stakeholders and implement governance frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Decision Making

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

PMP or PRINCE2 Certification

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

MS Office

Job description

One of our clients is looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager with extensive experience managing complex projects from initiation through closure. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of experience in managing and working in Governmental projects. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and navigating challenges in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of projects,

ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and business goals.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and

budgets, while optimizing human and financial resources to maximize efficiency.

• Proactively manage project risks, issues, and changes, adopting both agile and

waterfall methodologies as needed.

• Implement quality assurance processes and monitor project performance using

appropriate tools and techniques to meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.

• Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative work

environment, and resolving conflicts to ensure a productive project atmosphere.

• Develop and implement a communication plan to engage stakeholders throughout

the project lifecycle, acting as the primary point of contact for clients.

• Establish and maintain project governance frameworks, standards, and best

practices, driving continuous improvement and innovation within project

management practices.

• Oversee the handover of project deliverables, ensure deliverables acceptance,

conduct post-project evaluations, and ensure all project documentation is

completed and archived.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years in Project Management.

• Proven track record of experience in managing and working in Governmental

projects.

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is a must.

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,Visio)

Skills:

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with higher ranks and upper management, both internal and external.

• Fluent in English & Arabic.

• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities.

• Adaptability to changing project environments and stakeholder needs.