Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure Advisory

-; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves providing technical input, working on feasibility studies, and formulating innovative solutions for consulting projects. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business and over 8 years of experience in strategic consulting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential for success in this position. Join this dynamic team to help reshape the future of cities and environments.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive employee networks

Global giving and volunteering program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic consulting as a Project Manager.
• Ability to deliver quality outputs under tight deadlines.
• Previous consulting experience within the Middle East is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for consulting projects.
• Formulate innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Work collaboratively with teams to achieve project goals.
• Stay updated on industry developments to recommend changes.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Excellent Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your Impact

In our strategic advisory work, we empower clients to deliver smarter, more sustainable, and more affordable solutions for tomorrow. From optimising asset performance to developing robust strategic programs, we bind clients’ strategies, organisation and assets together to reduce risk, improve institutional outcomes and provide a return on investment.

Senior Project Manager – Team & Role

Our Strategic Consulting team in the Middle East continues to lead the market in sustainability, asset management, digital and transaction advisory services. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to support master planning, pre‑feasibility studies, feasibility studies, optimisation studies, sustainability policy, frameworks and independent reviews to provide strategic analysis to clients in support of significant investment decisions or to resolve complex technical challenges. This role is based in our Riyadh office, KSA.

Duties

• Provide technical input for consulting projects delivered by Jacobs.
• Develop further technical and high‑level commercial skills on such projects.
• Formulate and develop innovative solutions to complex problems that are characterised by a lack of precedent and specific guidance.
• Develop technical skills in areas of specialization and for ability to deliver solutions requiring the integration of a diverse range of specialist inputs.
• Leverage senior practitioners across the region and globally to support consulting projects.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to deliver goals and targets of the Project Consulting section and wider Buildings and Infrastructure team throughout Jacobs.
• Provide technical input and high‑level thinking to support "Front end" / consulting projects (master planning, pre‑feasibility and feasibility studies, optimisation projects, thought leadership and training) for clients across Jacobs key target sectors of Cities & Places, Buildings, Urban Planning, Transportation, Water and Environment.
• Work collaboratively with existing Jacobs practitioners regionally and globally to refine and define this service offering and lead the strategic growth of this service offering.
• Provide key technical input and linkages to technical, economic and financial consulting capability within Jacobs globally.
• Track and contribute to industry developments – ensuring Jacobs is applying the latest technical developments.
• Target important areas for innovation and develop solutions that address work issues.
• Keep abreast of new methods and developments impacting Jacobs in order to recommend change to current or new direction.
• Liaise with research bodies and leading technical individuals or organisations locally.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or equivalent and proven experience as a technical professional on projects.
• Minimum of 8 plus years of strong experience in the provision of strategic consulting work or consulting advice in a Project Manager capacity.
• Ability to deliver high quality outputs under tight time frames.
• Understanding of and ability to follow company and client policies and procedures.
• Self‑motivation, with capacity to work both independently and as part of a team (including virtual teams spread over multiple locations).
• Ability to think analytically and logically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent report writing capabilities.
• Previous experience within the Middle East or international consulting industry would be highly regarded.

Benefits & Culture

Jacobs is a world where you can. From inclusive employee networks to positive mental health champions, we are committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be yourself. Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally – and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share, supporting one another so we all succeed. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we go beyond traditional ways of working to give you the support, means and space to maximise your potential. Flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good – from our global giving and volunteering programme to exploring inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place – are all parts of our promise.

Application Process

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered. To be considered you must apply directly to Jacobs.

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia