Project Manager (Scada)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager – SCADA Systems to lead the execution, delivery, and management of SCADA-related projects and service contracts across multiple sites in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control systems, service delivery, and contract execution, with proven leadership capabilities and excellent stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Contract Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of SCADA projects, including planning, design coordination, implementation, testing, and handover.
• Manage operation & maintenance (O&M) contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual KPIs and SLAs.
• Ensure alignment with Scope of Work (SOW), technical specifications, and client requirements.
• Oversee preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities for SCADA systems.

Service Delivery & Operations

• Ensure high-quality service delivery across all assigned sites with optimal resource utilization.
• Monitor system performance, uptime, and reliability of SCADA and associated field systems.
• Lead troubleshooting, incident management, and system restoration activities.
• Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage communication with client technical and management teams.
• Conduct regular review meetings and provide performance updates.

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams including SCADA engineers, technicians, and support staff.
• Ensure team performance, development, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Foster a proactive, solution-oriented, and leadership-driven work environment.

Commercial & Compliance

• Monitor project budgets, cost control, and financial performance.
• Support contract negotiations, variations, and claims management.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, safety standards, and company policies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in SCADA systems, with strong exposure to project execution and service delivery.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Fluent in Arabic (mandatory) and english– both written and spoken.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP or equivalent).
• Proven experience in SCADA platforms (e.g., AVEVA, SiemensWincc,WinccOA, Rockwell, Honeywell, or similar).
• Strong understanding of PLC/RTU systems, communication networks, and field instrumentation.
• Valid membership with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of accountability and ownership.
• Ability to manage high-pressure environments and critical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in infrastructure, utilities, transportation, or oil & gas sectors.
• Background in brownfield projects, system upgrades, and migrations.
• Familiarity with SLAs, KPIs, and long-term service contracts.

Personality Traits

• Leadership-driven with a proactive and ownership mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Results-oriented with a focus on quality and client satisfaction