Senior Project Manager - Buildability (Theme Park)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Technology Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a mega theme park project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will ensure projects are feasible, efficient, and align with the vision, while managing scope, schedule, and budget. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in complex project management and a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Benefits and global volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in project management.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong drive for delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction plans are agreed upon and implemented.
• Manage project scope, document and approve changes.
• Collaborate on project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Conflict Resolution

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Aconex

Job description

## Senior Project Manager - Buildability (Theme Park)

Location: Riyadh, All SA Regions, Saudi Arabia

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter and more connected. We are playing a key role on a groundbreaking entertainment and tourism megaproject located around 40 kilometers from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As part of the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative, the development aims to diversify the economy and provide world-class entertainment, sports, and cultural experiences. The project spans 334 square kilometers and includes the world's largest Six Flags theme park, the Middle East's largest water park, and state-of-the-art sporting facilities.

About the Opportunity

Scale: Mega project exceeding $100 million in value, with exposure to multiple stakeholders and complex deliverables.

Depth of experience in a specific area: Previous knowledge regarding the challenges and required coordination to deliver multiple theme park assets simultaneously.

Role Summary and Key Responsibilities

The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that the construction project is feasible, efficient, and aligns with the client’s vision. The primary responsibility will be to assess design plans, coordinate with stakeholders, and identify potential challenges or inefficiencies during the design, procurement, and construction stages of the project. Very close collaboration with designers, contractors, and other stakeholders will be critical to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring construction plans, including design, constructability, methodology, HSE, and delivery, are agreed upon, communicated, and implemented.
• Managing project scope, documenting and approving changes through change control processes in Aconex.
• Collaborating with discipline leads on project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Working closely with contractors to deliver scope on time and within budget.
• Identifying, documenting, and monitoring project interactions and dependencies to minimize risks.
• Reviewing design documents for contractual and specification alignment, providing feedback, and facilitating resolution.

Jacobs. A world where you can

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that supports mental health and diversity. Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally, empowering you to succeed through collaborative and diverse perspectives. We prioritize safety and flexibility, offering flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to contribute to global giving and volunteering programs. Our goal is to help you cultivate and achieve your professional aspirations with a supportive, innovative environment.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work today and into the future.

Qualifications and Experience

• 6-10 years of experience in project management, leading complex projects from initiation to closure within contracting/construction environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources effectively using digital tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, Aconex, etc.
• Proactive with a strong drive for delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Mentorship and coaching skills for junior colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in enterprise management software.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage teams to deliver results.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.