Head of Project Management

2 weeks ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Stafford Lawrence Full time
Director- Head of ProjectsLocation: Riyadh, KSASalary: Open to Negotiation (see detail below) Suggested Banding 90-110,000 SARType: Permanent, Full-Time

A Construction Project Management consultancy with Projects in Real Estate Development and infrastructure for giga-projects, Head of Project Management / Executive Director Project Management, for a position based in their Riyadh office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This position will report to the CEO. The projects you will be working on will be Buildings Projects - Such As Hotels, Resorts, Hospitals, Universities, Mixed Use Leisure and Entertainment Venues, Stadiums.

Role of the Project Director - Head of Project Management - Executive Director Projects
  • This senior level position will be responsible for overseeing all project delivery functions across the whole KSA portfolio.
  • You will be responsible for strategic planning, execution, performance monitoring, and client engagement. Leading and Managing the successful delivery of projects across the Kingdom.
  • Your remit will be to use your Project Management skills across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, hospitality, leisure, hotels, resorts, stadiums, hospitals, universities, and mega/giga buildings projects. Please note: A mixture of sectors is a requirement.
  • The successful candidate will provide leadership, technical, and commercial acumen.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record in delivering complex projects within time, and to budget, whilst adhering to quality constraints.
  • Provide executive-level direction across project management, construction supervision, cost control, planning, quality, and safety.
  • Establish and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the senior point of contact and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Drive operational excellence by implementing best-in-class project delivery systems, tools, and standards.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project directors, managers, and technical professionals.
  • Work closely with the CEO and functional heads to support business development, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
  • Manage project risks, resolve escalated issues, and ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and client KPIs.
  • Report regularly to the Board and Executive Management on project status, forecasts, challenges, and opportunities.
  • Represent the company at high-level meetings, industry events, and governmental engagements as needed.
Qualification Requirements of the Project Director
  1. Degree Qualification - Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related construction field.
  2. Other Qualifications - In addition, a preference for a Masters Degree qualification in a Construction, Project Management or Business field.
  3. Years of Experience - A Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale, high-value projects.
  4. Location Experience - Proven experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region, with a strong understanding of local regulatory, cultural, and commercial environments.
  5. Previous Companies - Strong knowledge of PMC, engineering, procurement, and construction delivery models. It is expected you will have PMC experience with a Tier 1 consultancy.
  6. Reporting Structure - Previous experience at a high level reporting to the CEO of a PMC organisation. Experience liaising with Stakeholders.
  7. Chartered Status - A Chartered professional Certification such as MCIOB MRICS or MICE.
Salary & Benefits for the Head of Project Management KSA

This is a full-time permanent job vacancy for a Senior Level professional with extensive experience as a Project Management professional. Our client is open to negotiation for this position but Stafford Lawrence Ltd are suggesting a salary banding of no less than 90,000- 110,000 SAR per month. If you are currently over this banding, please still get in contact as we mention our client is negotiable for the right person.

  • Bonus as per Saudi Law
  • Other executive benefits
  • Medical Cover
  • Holiday Allowance (30 CALENDAR DAYS)
  • Business Class Flight
To apply for this Head of Project Management- Director of Projects

Email your CV/ Resume to victoria@staffordlawrence.com . Please quote reference : HOP/25/KSA. Please confirm in your email your Chartered Status.

N.B ALL the requirements listed in the qualification requirements must be met. If you do not meet all the requirements we cannot consider you for this vacancy. Degree + Chartered Status + 20 years exp + experience with a PMC + Masters (preferred) + GCC Experience.
Please note: We cannot consider candidates who are over the Saudi Retirement age of 60 for this position.MOST ASKED QUESTIONS FOR THIS JOB VACANCY
  1. QUESTION: Will you accept candidates without GCC experience? ANSWER: NO our client has stipulated candidates must have GCC experience with preference for previous KSA experience.
  2. QUESTION: Will you consider candidates with Main Contractor experience for this position? ANSWER: NO. Our client is a Construction Consultancy or Project Management Consultancy so experience of this type of company is essential. A few years experience with a Tier 1 consultancy is also not acceptable for this client. The majority of your experience must be with a PMC.
  3. QUESTION: The position states 20 years of experience and I have 18.5 years, should I apply? ANSWER: YES, please apply. As long as you meet all the other requirements, we will certainly consider you for our client.
  4. QUESTION: My current salary is outside of the banding you have suggested, should I apply? ANSWER: Yes please, our client is negotiable for the right person on salary requirements.
  5. QUESTION: I have considerable Oil & Gas projects experience as well as Power distribution and Industrial projects, should I apply? ANSWER: If the majority of your experience is O&G then we suggest that you DO NOT apply for this vacancy as our client does not work on O&G, Power or Industrial Projects.
  6. QUESTION: Will you consider candidates who are over the Saudi retirement age of 60? ANSWER: No, our client has stipulated they must stick to Saudi retirement age guidelines for this position, so anyone over 60 cannot be considered for this position.
  7. QUESTION: Will you consider someone without a degree qualification? ANSWER: This client has stipulated they would like a Degree Qualification.

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