Project Director

Dussmann Ajlan & Bros is pleased to announce a new career opportunity for the position of

Project Director, based in the ,Yanbu/Umluj,Saudi Arabia.

DESCRIPTION:

Lead the delivery of facilities management consultancy projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, client expectations and applicable

standards. Act as a trusted adviser to clients, oversee FM service provider performance, lead multidisciplinary consultancy teams, and drive operational

improvement, asset performance and financial results.

Key Responsibility:

PROJECT LEADERSHIP AND DELIVERY

· Direct FM consultancy projects, ensuring services meet the agreed scope, quality standards, budgets and delivery timelines.

· Develop project delivery plans, allocate resources, assign responsibilities and monitor progress against milestones.

· Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safety requirements and relevant standards and guidance, including SFG20, NFPA, the Saudi

Building Code (SBC), ASHRAE, CIBSE and BICSc.

· Identify project risks, implement mitigation measures and ensure timely resolution of issues.

· Provide management and clients with regular reports on project performance, deliverables, risks and corrective actions.

CLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

· Serve as the primary senior point of contact for clients, FM service providers and internal stakeholders.

· Build strong client relationships, understand their operational priorities and provide practical, tailored recommendations.

· Act as a trusted adviser on facility operations, asset management, service quality and long-term improvement planning.

· Lead performance review meetings and ensure stakeholder decisions and agreed actions are documented and followed through.

FM SERVICE PROVIDER OVERSIGHT

· Oversee FM service providers on behalf of clients, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, service level agreements and key

performance indicators.

· Lead performance evaluations, compliance gap analyses, technical reviews and monitoring of operation and maintenance activities.

· Review maintenance strategies, staffing arrangements, service delivery plans and cost-control measures.

· Provide technical direction and monitor corrective actions to address performance gaps and improve service delivery.

· Promote proactive maintenance, innovation and continuous improvement across hard and soft FM services.

ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL ADVISORY

· Lead asset condition surveys and assessments to identify defects, maintenance requirements, replacement priorities and estimated replacement

costs. Oversee the preparation of asset replacement plans, technical specifications and associated tender documents.

· Support clients with design and technical document reviews, installation inspections, testing and commissioning witnessing, and asset handover.

· Review asset information, O&M manuals and handover documentation for completeness and alignment with client requirements.

· Develop FM strategies that improve asset reliability, lifecycle value, sustainability and operational efficiency.

TENDERING AND MOBILISATION

· Lead the preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs), scopes of work, service specifications, performance requirements and evaluation criteria.

· Oversee technical and commercial evaluations of FM service provider and specialist contractor submissions.

· Support clients throughout tender clarification, evaluation and appointment processes.

· Oversee FM service provider mobilization, including readiness reviews, resource deployment and transition arrangements.

GOVERNANCE QUALITY AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT

· Lead and mentor multidisciplinary FM consultancy teams, setting clear objectives and accountability.

· Oversee the development of client-specific FM policies, procedures, inspection checklists, reporting templates and other required documentation.

· Ensure the quality, consistency and timely submission of consultancy deliverables.

· Identify training needs and coordinate development programmes for consultancy teams and, where required, client and service provider

personnel. Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, professional integrity and service excellence.

FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT

· Manage the profit and loss (P&L) performance of assigned FMC projects and contribute to company financial objectives.

· Prepare and control project budgets, monitor expenditure and forecasts, and implement measures to protect profitability.

· Optimize resource deployment and identify cost efficiencies while maintaining contractual compliance and service quality.

· Monitor scope changes and their commercial implications, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals.

EXPERIENCE

· A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in facilities management, consultancy or related operations.

· At least 5 years of experience in client-side FM consultancy or managing agent roles.

· Proven experience managing large-scale, high-profile or VVIP facilities within government or corporate environments.

· Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing FM service providers.

· Strong experience in asset condition assessments, FM tendering, mobilization, performance management and technical advisory services.

· Proven capability in project budgeting, cost control and P&L management.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

· Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management or a related discipline.

· Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP).

· Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2.

· LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM).

· Relevant BICSc qualifications.

· NEBOSH International General Certificate or relevant OSHA training.

· Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

· Strategic leadership and sound commercial judgement.

· Strong technical knowledge of hard and soft FM services.

· Client relationship management and stakeholder engagement.

· Contract management and service provider performance oversight.

· Analytical thinking, problem-solving and risk management.

· Clear communication, report writing and presentation skills.

· Team leadership, coaching and continuous improvement.

If you are an experienced Project Director with a proven track record, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing team.