Senior Project Manager

Penta Consulting; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology service provider is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager based in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects within the IT and Telco sectors, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include project management, stakeholder engagement, and financial oversight, while mentoring junior staff. Applicants should have over 10 years of project management experience, preferably within the Telco industry, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in project management in IT/Telco industry.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects to deliver measurable customer business outcomes.
• Provide leadership to customers and project teams.
• Track project metrics, financials, and profitability.
• Develop risk response strategies and manage issues.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Vision

Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

Penta Consulting are a technology service provider and leading outsourced partner helping to deliver professional and managed solutions across EMEA.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high‑impact projects across transactional and subscription models. This role requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver customer business outcomes on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects to deliver measurable customer business outcomes
• Provide leadership, holding customers and project teams accountable for success
• Drive overall project planning and execution
• Align vision, strategy, and business objectives for end‑to‑end implementation
• Track project metrics, financials, and profitability
• Identify opportunities for additional business and support presales/renewals
• Develop risk response strategies and manage issues proactively
• Lead contract Change Management processes
• Manage partner delivery and commercials when 3rd‑party resources are engaged
• Share lessons learned, best practices, and contribute to the PM community

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Implement project structures and processes to ensure timely, high‑quality outcomes
• Ensure scope and Change Management are maintained throughout project lifecycle
• Provide clear stakeholder status reporting
• Oversee risk, issue, and communications management
• Mentor junior Project Managers
• Lead or participate in internal strategic and process improvement initiatives

Expertise & Requirements

• University degree or equivalent plus 10+ years’ experience in project management
• Background in IT/Telco industry preferred
• Telco vendor experience is a strong advantage
• Language requirements: English and Arabic
• PMP certification is a plus