Project Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Project Manager – MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) & Automation will be responsible to set up, manage, and execute local technical investment projects with high focus on HSE and quality, within the allocated budget and time. Cooperate with General Manager/Project owner Steering Committee and Technical and Purchasing functions in Headquarters or Region to ensure that new investments are built and can be operated according to Jotun standards.

This position is based at Yanbu and will report to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, control and plumbing systems in various industrial projects and modifications within Jotun Saudi paints sites.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion, including Business case preparation support, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining Jotun quality standards. Monitor and Report cost development throughout all the phases of the project status regularly
• Work closely with internal departments, Authority having jurisdiction, Consultants, Contractors, Suppliers, Jotun Group and Regional technical functions according to Jotun standard contract requirements. Facilitate communication between all stakeholders to address any issues that arise.
• Ensure that all procedures in Jotun’s investment stage gate process are followed and Report status regularly, including deviation, and suggest corrective actions to the steering committee.
• Responsible for HSEQ, risk management and MOCs within the area of responsibility and projects he manages.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER:

We are looking for:

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree. Electromechanical/Electrical/Automation is preferable.
• 5 - 7 years of relevant experience in MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) and project management capacity.
• Fluency in Arabic & English – both verbally and written.

Location : Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.

Personal Qualities:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments
• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Company: Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd.

Contract Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type: Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 20.09.2025

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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