ABOUT THE JOB
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Project Director to join our Project and Construction Management team in Riyadh. This opportunity lies within our Infrastructure Division and requires specific expertise in working on Civil Engineering and Transportation projects, particularly those involving roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels in urban environments. As a Project Director, you will lead a multi-disciplined team and be responsible for providing direction and management for every phase of the project to ensure on-schedule completion within budget and in accordance with the contractual obligations
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Main description of the job position:
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor the project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and direction to ensure efficient project execution and adherence to the timeline.
- Oversee and monitor the contractors and sub-contractors activities to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contracts requirements, specifications and timelines.
- Oversee day-to-day on-site Construction operations and advise on technical, logistical and administrative issues in order to ensure seamless projects delivery.
- Lead periodic meetings with the contractors´ planning teams in order to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contracts requirements, specifications and timelines, and in synergy with other assets of the program.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute project plans aligned with the Client objectives, ensuring clarity in project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, Client, contractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain rigorous quality standards, overseeing the implementation of best practices and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Budgeting & Resource Management: Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement processes to optimize project efficiency while controlling costs.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
- Manage Health, safety and Environment (HSE) programs in coordination with the Client to ensure workers safety and compliance with HSE construction requirements.
- Develop weekly and monthly progress reports including but not limited to progress made in each key area, analysis of progress against the overall program, explanation of delay causes, analysis of KPIs and assessment of quality issues in order to provide the Client with a clear view of the progress.
ABOUT YOU
- Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Management or relate field preferred, membership of chartered institution.
- Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certification preferred.
- Years of Experience intotal: over 20 years. As a Project Director/Manager; mainly as a Consultant. Candidates with exclusive contractors experience will not be taken into consideration.
- At least experience in 1 or more projects of ROADS. Candidates without clear ROAD experience will not be taken into consideration.
- Advanced level of English language. Basic Knowledge of Arabic Language is a plus.
- Report writing skills, social skills, communication, teamwork, problem solving, autonomy, flexibility, and technical rigor.
- Willingness to work in a multinational environment firm.
Additional requirements:
- Transferable Iqama in case non-Saudi.
- Based in Riyadh.
- Valid SCE membership.
Only Linkedin CVs will be checked; we do not receive applications at our offices.
ABOUT US
We are an international consultancy working in the areas of engineering and architecture on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. Our ownership structure creates a culture of engagement, offering the best service to our clients while fostering professional and personal development.
Therefore, our most important assets are the expertise and experience of our team. Highly qualified and skilled professionals, deeply united, working within a framework of professional freedom and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, professional development, quality of service and innovation.
Since IDOM's foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,000 people working in over 145 countries.
Are you ready to take the next step
As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity.
Send us your CV if you share our philosophy and want to be part of our company.
We look forward to meeting you!
