Job Title: Deputy Project Director
Location: Saudi Arabia
Experience: Minimum 20 Years (with at least 5 Years in a Senior Strategic & Leadership Role)
Industry: Infrastructure, Water Network, and Sewage Projects
Salary Package: SAR 30,000 (Inclusive of Basic + Housing + Transport)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Overview:
We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Deputy Project Director to oversee and drive the successful execution of large-scale infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in managing complex Water Network, Sewage, or Infrastructure projects, with a proven ability to lead multiple project teams and ensure strategic alignment with company goals.
This is a senior leadership role requiring strong project governance, financial control, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery of major infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership & Strategic Management:
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Lead and oversee multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously across different regions in Saudi Arabia.
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Provide strategic direction, guidance, and mentorship to multiple Project Managers and site teams.
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Ensure alignment of project execution with organizational goals and client expectations.
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Project Governance & Control:
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Oversee all aspects of project management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality assurance.
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Monitor project timelines, risk management, and progress reports to ensure adherence to project objectives.
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Establish and maintain project controls to manage cost, schedule, and performance.
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Operational Oversight:
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Supervise and manage operations across multiple project sites with a combined workforce of over 2,000 employees and several subcontractors.
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Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and construction departments to ensure seamless project delivery.
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Evaluate contractor performance and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
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Stakeholder Management:
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Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies to ensure project approvals and smooth execution.
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Report regularly to senior management on project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
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Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
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Financial & Resource Management:
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Monitor and control project budgets exceeding SAR 250 million, ensuring cost optimization and profitability.
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Allocate resources efficiently across projects to maximize productivity and performance.
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Review and approve major contracts, change orders, and procurement activities.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
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Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s Degree in Project Management or related field preferred).
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Experience:
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Minimum 20 years of total experience in Infrastructure, Water Network, or Sewage Projects.
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At least 5 years in a senior strategic or leadership position in Saudi Arabia.
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Proven experience managing large-scale projects (minimum value SAR 250 million).
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Demonstrated ability to handle multiple concurrent projects across different sites.
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Experience leading teams exceeding 2,000 employees and managing multiple subcontractors.
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Technical Skills:
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Strong understanding of Project Management parameters — planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and performance tracking.
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Proficiency in Project Management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.) preferred.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
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Deep familiarity with Saudi construction and regulatory standards.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Salary Package: SAR 30,000 per month (Basic + Housing + Transport).
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Additional benefits as per company policy.
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Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects within a leading organization in Saudi Arabia.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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A strategic leader with hands-on experience in managing mega infrastructure projects.
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Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
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Excellent ability to coordinate between multiple projects and stakeholders.
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A proactive and decisive professional with a track record of delivering projects successfully within time and budget constraints.
Please Share Updated resume on unnati@m3consultant.net or connect on +91 6351389863