Project Director

2 weeks ago


Riyadh, Saudi Arabia WSP Full time

**We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready**
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Director to PMCM activities for a prestigious roads and highways construction project in Riyadh. This is an exceptional opportunity to showcase your leadership skills and technical expertise while contributing to the success of a high-profile infrastructure project.

As the Project Director, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of a major roads and highways construction project in Riyadh. You will be responsible for providing strategic direction, leadership, and technical guidance to ensure the successful delivery of the project within scope, schedule, and budget. Your role will involve close collaboration with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to drive excellence in performance, innovation, and safety throughout the project lifecycle.
**Your new role, what's involved?**
- Lead the overall project management and execution strategy for construction activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
- Provide strategic direction and oversight to project managers, engineers, and technical teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress against key performance indicators, taking proactive measures to address issues and mitigate risks.
- Review and approve technical documents, design drawings, and construction specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
- Conduct regular site visits and inspections to assess construction progress, quality of workmanship, and adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures, to optimize resource utilization and maximize project profitability.
- Lead project meetings, workshops, and presentations to provide updates on project status, address technical challenges, and solicit feedback from stakeholders.
- Drive innovation and best practices in construction methodologies, materials, and technologies to enhance project efficiency, sustainability, and value.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality management systems, and health, safety, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

**We'd love to hear from you if you have**:

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Extensive experience in project management, with a focus on construction of large-scale roads and highways construction projects.
- Minimum of 20 years of professional experience.
- Proven track record of successful project delivery, including managing complex projects from inception to completion.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
- Thorough understanding of construction processes, contractual requirements, and regulatory frameworks related to infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD).
- PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English.

**What's in it for you?**
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services.

LI-ONSITE

Job Reference: WSPME03806


  • Procurement Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Compass Project Consulting Full time

    The Role - Working within integrated client teams, you will share your knowledge, experience and technical skills to work jointly with our clients and other supply chain partners to develop and deliver procurement solutions to complex project challenges. - The Associate Director will head up the procurement element of the project and will be responsible for...

  • Project Director

    3 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Atkins Full time

    Atkins is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultants in the ME region. We have established a high-profile presence in the Middle East for over four decades through our role as Lead Designers on a number of landmark projects including Burj Al Arab, Dubai Opera House, World Trade Centre Bahrain, Barr Al Jissa Resort in Oman, Durrat Al Bahrain,...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Atkins Full time

    Atkins is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultants in the ME region. We have established a high-profile presence in the Middle East for over four decades through our role as Lead Designers on a number of landmark projects including Burj Al Arab, Dubai Opera House, World Trade Centre Bahrain, Barr Al Jissa Resort in Oman, Durrat Al Bahrain,...

  • Projects Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Cambium Group Limited Full time

    Role: Projects Director / Program Director - $4bn Hotel - Saudi Arabia:- Location: Saudi Arabia:- Package: SAR 90,000 SAR 100,000 per month (US $24k $27k per month):Project: $4bn Ultra Luxury Hospitality DevelopmentI am seeking a Senior Proiject Director / Program Director, capable of delivering a Multi $bn development. This group are very well known, and...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Atkins Full time

    Company DescriptionJobs for Humanity is collaborating with Atkins to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life.Company Name: AtkinsProject Director Opportunity Join Us as a Project Director at AtkinsRéalisAre you passionate about making a difference in the automotive industry? At AtkinsRéalis, we...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Florence International Consulting Full time

    Our client is a global contractor, who is expanding their operations in Saudi Arabia. Having recently been awarded some new projects, they are keen to add another Project Director to their staff.The Project Director will be responsible for the overview of 2 separate projects and will have a number of staff reporting to them. The successful candidate will...

  • Project Director

    2 months ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries...

  • Project Director

    2 days ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 130 countries...

  • Project Director

    4 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Albaddad capital Full time

    Summary: The Project Director is responsible for the overall management of a project from start to finish. This includes planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating all aspects of the project. The Project Director also has responsibility for ensuring that the project meets the requirements of the client and is completed on time, within budget, and to...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia SYSTRA Arabia Full time

    SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups with 65 years of experience and employing more than 10,500 employees across 80 countries.In Saudi Arabia, SYSTRA has been ever present for more than 20 years and continues to expand and play its part in helping the Kingdom achieve its 2030 vision. With 400+ employees SYSTRA is involved...

  • Project Director

    2 months ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia CG Resourcing Full time

    The Role My client is a leading project management company with a strong track record and an excellent reputation in Saudi Arabia. They are currently working on a major project for a government client and are looking to recruit an experienced project director to help bring the project back on track so it can be delivered on time and too...

  • Project Director

    6 days ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Fircroft Arabia Full time

    We are seeking a dynamic and driven individual to join our team as Team and Project Director. **Responsibilities** - Create, update, and manage project plan, organizational chart, strategy, budget, timeline, deliverable schedule, and contract. - Oversee project management activities, resources, equipment, and information. - Monitor project plan, including...

  • Project Director

    2 months ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Jacobs Full time

    Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Albaddad capital Full time

    Summary:The Project Director is responsible for the overall management of a project from start to finish. This includes planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating all aspects of the project. The Project Director also has responsibility for ensuring that the project meets the requirements of the client and is completed on time, within budget, and to...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Domo Ventures W.L.L. Full time

    About the job Project DirectorLocation: Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaRole Purpose:The Project Director is responsible for overseeing the Hard and Soft services within the project, these services include:Maintenance Services, Horticulture & Pest Control Services, Janitorial & Housekeeping Services, AccommodationServices as well as Office Services. The role shall...

  • Project Director

    5 days ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Parsons Full time

    Parsons is now hiring a **Project Director **who can lead a team of professionals overseeing every phase of large scale projects or programs. We need our Project Director to be versatile as well as have exceptional communication, analytical and management skills. **What You’ll Be Doing** - Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all...

  • Project Director

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia SAUR Full time

    SAUR is as a pure player in water and essential services, working to protect the environment in the heart of the territories it serves.Further details on our web site: We're hiring a Project Director, for our concession in Saudi Arabia.Mission:The Project Director is accountable for the overall Project, their primary role is to ensure that everything is...

  • Procurement Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Compass Project Consulting Full time

    The Role Working within integrated client teams, you will share your knowledge, experience and technical skills to work jointly with our clients and other supply chain partners to develop and deliver procurement solutions to complex project challenges. The Associate Director will head up the procurement element of the project and will be responsible for the...

  • Project Director

    2 months ago


    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Jacobs Full time

    Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people...