Project Engineer

Abunayyan Holding

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

3-7 Years

Save

Posted 4 days ago
Be among the first 10 applicants

Early Applicant

Job Description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Company: SBU of Abunayyan Holding Company

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry:Pump Manufacturing & Engineering Solutions

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for independently managing assigned projects from order receipt through execution, delivery, invoicing, and project closure. The role ensures successful project execution in alignment with contractual requirements, customer expectations, quality standards, budget objectives, and business profitability targets.

The incumbent will serve as the primary interface between customers and internal stakeholders, coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, managing risks and change orders, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and project margins.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

Manage assigned projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful execution in accordance with contractual, technical, commercial, and financial requirements.
Participate in contract review meetings to ensure project requirements are clearly understood and effectively communicated across the organization.
Coordinate project kick-off activities and ensure all project stakeholders are aligned on scope, deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities.
Monitor project progress and proactively address issues that may impact schedule, cost, quality, or customer satisfaction.
Manage export orders and coordinate with all relevant departments to ensure smooth execution and delivery.

Customer Relationship Management

Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
Ensure timely and professional communication with clients regarding project status, technical clarifications, deliveries, inspections, and contractual matters.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Coordinate customer inspections, approvals, and acceptance activities.

Change Management & Risk Control

Monitor project scope changes and ensure proper documentation, evaluation, approval, and implementation.
Identify opportunities for variation orders and change order claims while ensuring timely submission and recovery.
Participate in project risk assessments and implement mitigation plans to reduce commercial, technical, and operational risks.
Collaborate with Sales, Commercial, Finance, and Management teams to manage project risks effectively.

Financial & Margin Management

Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability throughout execution.
Support initiatives to maintain or improve project margins.
Ensure compliance with approved budgets and financial objectives.
Coordinate with Finance and Sales teams regarding invoicing, collections, bank guarantees (BGs), and letters of credit (LCs).
Support cash flow management by ensuring timely billing and collection of receivables.

Project Planning & Reporting

Prepare and maintain project schedules, progress reports, dashboards, and management reports.
Conduct regular project review meetings and provide updates on project performance, risks, actions, and milestones.
Track project deliverables and ensure adherence to contractual commitments.
Prepare detailed reports for export orders, invoicing status, project closure, and performance analysis.
Ensure accurate project documentation and record management.

SAP & Systems Utilization

Ensure effective utilization of SAP and related systems for project management activities.
Maintain accurate project data, documentation, reporting, and transaction records within SAP.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to project management systems and processes.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

Promote best practices in project management, planning, risk management, and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing project execution efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.

Experience

Minimum 3–7 years of experience in Project Engineering, Project Coordination, Project Management, or Order Management within manufacturing, engineering, pumps, rotating equipment, or industrial sectors.
Experience managing customer projects, contract execution, and commercial coordination.
Exposure to export projects and international customer management is preferred.

Technical Knowledge