Transition Team Manager

SUEZ; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational environmental services company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Transition Team Manager for a significant water network project. The successful candidate will lead mobilization and transition phases of the O&M contract, ensuring a smooth handover from construction to operations. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of experience in project delivery, with proven leadership in mobilization activities. Excellent communication skills and a solid engineering background are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in utility, infrastructure, or industrial project delivery.
• At least 5 years in transition, mobilization, or commissioning roles.
• Proven track record in large-scale O&M contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Transition Team during mobilization and transition phases.
• Develop and execute the Mobilization and Transition Plan.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams for seamless handover to operations.
• Prepare operational documentation, including manuals and training materials.
• Conduct training and inductions for staff prior to commencement.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Problem-solving

Risk Management

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Faced with growing environmental challenges, for more than 160 years, SUEZ has been acting to deliver essential services that protect and improve the quality of life. SUEZ enables its customers to provide access to water and waste services, with resilient and innovative solutions. With its 40 000 employees present in 40 countries, the Group also enables its customers to create value over the entire lifecycle of their assets and services, and to drive their ecological transition, together with their end-users.

What you will be doing

"SUEZ has submitted for a significant operations and maintenance project of water network assets in the prolific NEOM region within Saudi Arabia. The submission is currently under evaluation with the customer, and we are sharing this opportunity at pre-staffing stage of development."

The Transition Team Manager is responsible for leading the mobilization and transition phase of the ENOWA Filling the Lake O&M contract. This role ensures a smooth transfer from construction and commissioning to full operational readiness, in compliance with ENOWA’s requirements. The Transition Team Manager coordinates mobilization activities, documentation, training, system handovers, and readiness reviews to ensure that operations commence on time, safely, and efficiently

• Lead and manage the Transition Team during mobilization and transition phases.
• Develop and execute the Mobilization and Transition Plan in alignment with ENOWA’s requirements.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure seamless handover of assets to operations.
• Validate preparation of operational documentation, including O&M manuals, procedures, and training materials produced by the constructors.
• Plan and conduct training and inductions for operations and maintenance staff prior to commencement.
• Manage initial spare parts, consumables, and tools readiness to support operations from Day 1.
• Conduct readiness reviews and report mobilization progress to the Project Manager and ENOWA.
• Ensure HSE and quality standards are embedded into all transition activities

• Support incident-free transfer from construction/commissioning to O&M operations.
• Provide regular reporting and escalate risks or delays to the Project Manager and ENOWA.
• Act as focal point for ENOWA representatives during the mobilization and transition phase.

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in utility, infrastructure, or industrial project delivery with at least 5 years in transition, mobilization, or commissioning roles.
• Proven track record of leading mobilization and transition activities for large-scale O&M contracts.
• Knowledge of commissioning, handover, and operational readiness processes.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams under tight timelines.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic is an asset, French desirable.
• Valid driving license.