About the Role
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead the execution of medium-sized projects, ensuring that all activities are carried out in accordance with the company policies and relevant regulations. This role involves managing project execution from planning through to delivery, overseeing financial targets, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements. You will be empowered to lead a team and support continuous improvement while impacting the energy sector in Saudi Arabia.
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Core Responsibilities
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Project Leadership
- Lead the project team, establish the execution approach, and oversee planning, monitoring, and control activities for internal and external resources to achieve project goals.
- Provide performance feedback for the resources allocated to projects.
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Instructions and Guidelines
- Involve in continuous improvement efforts and simplification.
- Support the development of guidelines, tools, and templates, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and contractual requirements.
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Budget, Sales, and Operations Planning
- Support local Sales and Tendering through early involvement in tenders.
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Project Execution and Control
- Ensure the project adheres to execution best practices and the company policies.
- Monitor project progress and ensure effective resource utilization.
- Oversee project financials, including invoicing, costs, expenses, and cash flow.
- Identify, qualify, and manage project risks while pursuing opportunities.
- Capture, analyze, and share lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive formal acceptance of the project and facilitate contract close-out and customer acknowledgment.
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Contract and Claims/Procurement Management
- Ensure consistent application of contract and claims management according to the company policies and agreements.
- Coordinate with Supply Chain Management to procure necessary services, materials, and equipment.
- Support Procurement and Logistics in negotiations and project changes.
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Stakeholder Relations
- Act as a key contact for customers and address project issues.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate.
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Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
- Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and create project HSE plans.
- Collaborate with all stakeholders to implement safety reporting and performance initiatives.
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People Leadership and Development
- Lead project team members to meet project requirements and deliverables.
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Project Recovery
- Apply immediate recovery actions to mitigate delays and cost overruns.
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Planning and Scheduling
- Define and apply project scheduling techniques to manage risks proactively.
- Use earned value methods to optimize schedule management.
- Forecast schedule adherence and identify necessary change requests.
- Plan and track all project activities to ensure on-time delivery.
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Document Management
- Identify and plan document deliverables as per contractual scope and incorporate into overall project plans.
- Track document progress and follow up on overdue comments from customers.
License to Operate / Core Values
- Ensure all team members understand and adhere to the company’s core values and safety standards.
- Implement and ensure compliance with the company’s code of conduct and related policies.
- Accountable for the health and safety of all employees and contractors on the team.
- Promote integrity and compliance with the company values and ethics in all activities.
Collaboration / Leadership
- Foster collaboration within and across teams to maximize results.
- Provide team guidance and seek developmental knowledge for self and others.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure alignment in responsibilities.
- Inspire and develop high-performing teams through effective leadership.
This role is integral to the Energy Industries Division / Power Reliability Business Line in Saudi Arabia, holding the project team accountable for effective execution.
Qualifications for the Role
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the oil and gas or utilities sectors.
- PM certification (PMP or equivalent) from a reputable organization.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project, SAP, and PR+ is advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
- Experience with local regulations and standards in Saudi Arabia is a plus.
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