project controls director

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>The Senior Director &ndash; Project Controls will establish and lead a high performing, standardized integrated Project Controls function within Qiddiya&rsquo;s Transport Business Unit, encompassing Cost Planning and Reporting, Programme (Schedule) Management and Document Control.
</p><p>Reporting to the Executive Director, Development Management Office, this role will be instrumental in bringing rigour, consistency and confidence to how cost, schedule and reporting are managed across all transport projects. The Senior Director will drive the development of a unified cost-planning framework, ensure disciplined budget approvals and financial tracking in partnership with the Central Development Unit and strengthen programme assurance and logiv testing across the project portfolio.</p><p>
Qiddiya Investment Company is dedicated to revolutionizing the entertainment and leisure industry in Saudi Arabia, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Project Controls for our DMO Transportation Division. This pivotal role will involve overseeing and enhancing the project controls framework for the transportation infrastructure projects within the Qiddiya destination. Your leadership will ensure the efficient handling of multiple projects critical to developing a seamless experience across our entertainment platform.</p><p><b>
Key Objectives (First 18 months) Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement a consistent, robust cost planning framework across all projects replacing ad hoc practices with clear methodologies, templates and governance requirements. Ensure project teams adopt the framework and are trained to apply it accurately and consistently.</li><li>
Work closely with the Centrral Development Unit to define and embed a transparent budget approval and funding process, ensuring all projects have approved budgets aligned with corporate systems. Establish clear controls for ongoing budget tracking and change management, providing senior management with full confidence in reported financials.</li><li>
Strengthen programme management discipline by introducing logical, evidence based schedule validation across all projects. Ensure baseline schedules, float, dependencies and critical paths are realistic and defensible. Build capability within the planning team to challenge delivery timelines and assess delay impacts objectively.</li><li>
Embed cost, schedule, risk and change management integration within project reporting ensuring one version of truth and a common control baseline.</li><li>
Partner closely with the Transport Business Unit Governance team to align processes, approvals and reporting with organizational standards and external assurance requirements.</li><li>
Work seamlessly with the Senior Directors of Procurement, Commercial and Finance, Risk and Compliance &amp; Reporting and maintain strong interfaces with the Central Delivery Unit (CDU) and Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU) to ensure alignment and transparency across the delivery program.</li><li>
Recruit, develop and empower a capable project controls team covering cost, programme, and document control disciplines fostering a culture of accuracy, responsiveness and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the establishment of an integrated Project Controls Framework governing cost planning, schedule management, change control and reporting across all projects
</li><li>Create detailed cost planning standards and templates, defining inputs, assumptions and review checkpoints to drive consistency across project cost plans.</li><li>
Oversee the preparation, validation and ongoing maintenance of project budgets, ensuring traceability between approved budgets, cost plans and funding sources.</li><li>
Collaborate with the Central Development Unit and Finance to embed the budget approval process, track funding allocations and provide transparent reporting of financial performance.</li><li>
Ensure all projects maintain accurate and logically structured programmes, validated through formal schedule assurance reviews.</li><li>
Manage scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and risk management activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project baselines and establish governance structures.</li><li>
Provide expert analysis and insight into project performance, preparing detailed reporting for senior management and stakeholders.</li><li>
Provide senior management with clear, reliable and data driven insights through regular dashboards and performance reviews.</li><li>
Embed project control staff within project teams to ensrue accurate data capture, timely reporting and partnership with project delivery.</li><li>
Ensure document control process maintain version integrity, traceability and audit readiness.</li><li>
Continuously review and improve project controls processes in line with industry advancements and organizational objectives.</li><li>
Maintain a strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality assurance throughout project lifecycles.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Project management or a related field; a Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.</li><li>
At least 15 &ndash; 20+ years of experience in project controls, specifically in transportation or large-scale infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Advanced capability with project Control tools (Primavera P6, CostOS, Power BI etc).</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership experience supervising project controls teams in complex project environments.</li><li>
Deep understanding of project control techniques, including scheduling, cost estimation, and risk assessment methodologies.</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills paired with the ability to provide strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights.</li><li>
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>
Expertise in project management software and tools to drive project efficiency.</li><li>
Professional certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent, are highly valued.</li><li>
Prior experience in transport or large scale infrastructure</li></ul><br>
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Benefits</b><p><br>
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</p></div>

Senior Director - Project Controls - Transport - 20003758 HS8

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<br>
<p></p>
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Senior Project Controls Manager</b> to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for leading planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and reporting functions across a portfolio of complex utility projects (electric, gas, water, wastewater, or T&amp;D).</p><p></p><p>
This role provides strategic oversight of project controls processes, ensures data integrity, and partners with project leadership to deliver capital programs on time and within budget, while meeting regulatory and safety requirements.</p><p>
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the utilities sector, managing large, multi-year capital programs, and leading a team of project controls professionals.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Be Doing;</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Leadership &amp; Strategy</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the development and implementation of project controls strategies, standards, and procedures for utility capital projects and programs.</li><li>
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of planners, schedulers, cost engineers, and analysts.</li><li>
Serve as a key advisor to project and program leadership on schedule, cost, risk, and performance trends.</li><li>
Drive continuous improvement in project controls tools, processes, and reporting, aligned with industry best practices (e.g., AACE, PMI).</li></ul><p><b>
Planning &amp; Scheduling</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee the development, integration, and maintenance of detailed project and program schedules using tools.</li><li>
Ensure schedules reflect realistic work sequencing, resource constraints, outage windows, permitting, environmental, and regulatory requirements specific to utilities.</li><li>
Monitor schedule performance, perform schedule health checks, and develop recovery or acceleration plans as required.</li><li>
Conduct schedule risk analyses and scenario planning for major projects and programs.</li></ul><p><b>
Cost Management &amp; Forecasting</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the establishment of project baselines, including budgets, cash flows, and cost breakdown structures.</li><li>
Oversee cost tracking, forecasting, and earned value management, including variance analysis and root-cause identification.</li><li>
Ensure accurate and timely monthly cost reporting, including commitments, actuals, contingencies, and forecast at completion.</li><li>
Coordinate with Finance, Procurement, and Project Management to reconcile project financials and align with corporate reporting.</li></ul><p><b>
Risk &amp; Change Management</b></p><ul><li>
Implement and maintain risk management processes, including risk registers, qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, and mitigation plans.</li><li>
Oversee project change management processes: evaluate change requests, assess schedule and cost impacts, and ensure proper approvals and documentation.</li><li>
Manage contingency development and utilization, ensuring transparency and governance around drawdowns.</li></ul><p><b>
Reporting &amp; Governance</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and maintain standardized dashboards and reports for executive leadership, project sponsors, and regulatory stakeholders.</li><li>
Present schedule, cost, and risk updates at governance forums, steering committees, and portfolio review meetings.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.</li></ul><p><b>
Stakeholder &amp; Interface Management</b></p><ul><li>
Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Operations, Environmental, Regulatory, Procurement, Real Estate, and Finance teams to integrate project controls data.</li><li>
Act as a liaison between field project teams and corporate functions to resolve issues and align priorities.</li><li>
Support external reporting and filings for regulators and public agencies as required (e.g., capital plans, rate cases).</li></ul><p><b>
Systems, Tools &amp; Data Integrity</b></p><ul><li>
Own and optimize project controls systems and tools (e.g., P6, cost management systems, business intelligence tools).</li><li>
Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across all project controls functions.</li><li>
Champion digitalization initiatives, including automation of reporting, data analytics, and integration of field data into project controls.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Bring;</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business, or related field required.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a related discipline preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 15 years of progressive project controls experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Significant experience in the utilities sector (electric transmission &amp; distribution, gas infrastructure, water/wastewater, generation, or similar regulated infrastructure).</li><li>
Proven track record managing project controls on large, complex, multi-year capital programs or portfolios.</li><li>
Deep knowledge of project controls disciplines: planning &amp; scheduling, cost control, earned value, risk, and change management.</li><li>
Strong understanding of utility project lifecycles, including permitting, right-of-way, outages, construction constraints, and regulatory oversight.</li><li>
Proficiency in scheduling software and cost management tools; experience with PowerBI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools is highly desirable.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>
Excellent leadership, people management, and coaching skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams.</li><li>
Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to present to senior executives and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities across a portfolio of projects.</li><li>
Adherence to approved project and program schedules.</li><li>
Accuracy of cost forecasts versus actuals and budgets.</li><li>
Timeliness and quality of project controls reporting.</li><li>
Effectiveness of risk identification, mitigation, and change control.</li><li>
Stakeholder satisfaction (project teams, executives, regulators).</li><li>
Team engagement, development, and retention metrics.</li></ul><p></p>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.<p></p><p>
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!</p><p></p><div>
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Financial Wellness</div><div><br>
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div><br>
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div><br>
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div><br>
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We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
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At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div><br>
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Project Controls Manager

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
<div>
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.</div><p></p><div><br>
Our newest opportunity is for a talented Performance Specialist to join our award-winning team based in Alkhobar.
</div><div>This position is responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the contract documents are implemented and maintained throughout the contract period and to assist in the review of contractual notices of claims.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div>
Our newest opportunity is for a Project Controls Engineer. This critical role will lead the planning, scheduling, cost control, and performance reporting for a major infrastructure programme in Riyadh. The role is responsible for developing integrated project controls systems, ensuring data-driven decision-making, guiding project teams, and providing strategic support to the client. This is a senior leadership position requiring deep expertise in programme planning, earned value management, risk analysis, and controls for large-scale, complex infrastructure developments.</div><ul><li><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
1. Integrated Project Controls (Planning, Cost &amp; Performance)</b></h3><ul><li>
Developing, maintaining, and updating project schedules, cost baselines, and S-curves using Primavera P6 and related tools.</li><li>
Monitoring progress, earned value (EVM), cost performance, and forecast completion dates/costs; identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.</li><li>
Preparing weekly/monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and forecasts for the Engineer, Project Director, Client (Qiddiya Investment Company), and stakeholders.</li><li>
Supporting risk management by maintaining the project risk register with schedule, cost, and commercial inputs.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
2. Contract Administration &amp; Commercial Support (Core Strength)</b></h3><ul><li>
Providing strong support to the Engineer in FIDIC (or amended) contract administration, including reviewing and processing correspondence, notices, and determinations.</li><li>
Evaluating claims (EOT, prolongation costs, disruption) and contractual entitlements, and preparing recommendations.</li><li>
Assisting in the review of contractor/subcontractor programs and commercial submissions to ensure contractual compliance.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
3. Change &amp; Interface Management</b></h3><ul><li>
Managing the change control process by assessing impacts of scope changes on time, cost, resources, and quality, and preparing impact assessments for the Engineer&rsquo;s approval.</li><li>
Coordinating interfaces across multiple packages and disciplines typical in Qiddiya arena projects, including civil/structural, MEP, fit-out, and external works.</li><li>
Performing delay and productivity analyses to support commercial negotiations and claims defense/mitigation.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
4. Reporting, Analysis &amp; Stakeholder Coordination</b></h3><ul><li>
Producing accurate and timely commercial and project controls reports, including cash flow projections, cost-to-complete estimates, and performance metrics.</li><li>
Participating in progress, technical, and commercial meetings and presenting controls data and contractual positions clearly.</li><li>
Liaising with planning, cost, QA/QC, HSE, and engineering teams to ensure integrated project delivery.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
5. Compliance &amp; Continuous Improvement</b></h3><ul><li>
Ensuring all controls and commercial activities comply with project procedures, Saudi regulations, Vision 2030 standards, and contract requirements.</li><li>
Contributing to lessons learned, close-out reports, and handover documentation.</li><li>
Mentoring junior controls staff and promoting best practices in project controls and contract management.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div>
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Qualifications:
<div>
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date is 8<b> years work experience</b> partnered with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent 8 years of your career will have been focused purely on Project Controls in Building Superstructure works</div><div><br>
</div><ul><li><b>Must have Civil Substructure &amp; Superstructure Building works experience
</b></li><li>Expert in Primavera P6 (scheduling, resource loading, baseline management).</li><li>
Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts (Red Book or similar), claims management, and variation procedures.</li><li>
Proficiency in cost management tools, Excel (advanced), Power BI, and document control systems (Aconex highly valued).</li><li>
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), delay analysis, and integrated controls.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.</div><div>
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</div></div>

Project Controls Engineer

HanmiGlobal Saudi

<div><p><b>Job Purpose</b></p><p>
HanmiGlobal is seeking a highly qualified Planning &amp; Scheduling Manager to join our program management and PMCM team in Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will spearhead the integrated program scheduling and baseline controls for a mega multi-work package land and infrastructure development program in Riyadh, delivered on behalf of a major government entity.</p><p>
You will be providing program-level leadership, governance, coordination, and analytical oversight for all planning and scheduling activities across the program, ensuring the Integrated Program Baseline Schedule (IPBS) is fully integrated and aligned with the program scope, critical milestones, performance forecasting, risk assessments, and the Client's executive reporting requirements, while supporting the successful delivery of the overall development program.</p><p></p><p><b>
Reports To: </b>Program Director</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and maintain the Integrated Program Baseline Schedule (IPBS) by reviewing, validating, and integrating baseline schedules submitted by Lead Developers and delivery partners.</li><li>
Establish program-wide planning standards, scheduling procedures, governance requirements, coding structures, and reporting protocols to ensure consistency across all development packages.</li><li>
Coordinate planning and scheduling activities across package teams to align individual project schedules with overall program milestones and delivery objectives.</li><li>
Monitor schedule performance against approved baselines, identifying critical path activities, delays, variances, interface constraints, and emerging risks.</li><li>
Perform Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis, schedule forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM), delay analysis, and time impact assessments.</li><li>
Review and validate recovery plans and mitigation strategies, ensuring their effectiveness and alignment with overall program objectives.</li><li>
Prepare integrated schedule reports, executive dashboards, KPIs, forecasting analyses, and management presentations for PMCM Management and the Client.</li><li>
Coordinate with Project Controls, Commercial, Technical, Design, Interface, and Risk Management teams to ensure the integration of schedule, cost, risk, and performance information into a unified program reporting framework.</li><li>
Ensure the integrity of planning data and compliance with PMCM reporting requirements.</li><li>
Provide functional leadership, mentoring, and technical oversight to Package Planning &amp; Scheduling Engineers, ensuring consistent application of planning standards and governance across all project packages.</li><li>
Lead planning review meetings, coordination workshops, and stakeholder sessions while promoting continuous improvement and the effective use of Primavera P6, PMIS, EDMS, and digital project controls systems.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><p><b><br>
Qualifications &amp; Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.</li><li>
Chartered Professional membership or equivalent professional accreditation.</li><li>
Minimum fifteen (15) years of professional experience in planning and scheduling for major infrastructure, land development, transportation, utilities, urban development, or mega-project programs.</li><li>
Experience within PMCM, PMC, EPCM, or client-side organizations, preferably on major projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC.</li></ul><p><b>
Core Competencies</b></p><ul><li>
Primavera P6 &amp; Integrated Program Scheduling</li><li>
Integrated Program Baseline Schedule (IPBS) Management</li><li>
Critical Path Method (CPM) &amp; Earned Value Management (EVM)</li><li>
Schedule Forecasting &amp; Performance Monitoring</li><li>
Delay Analysis &amp; Recovery Planning</li><li>
Schedule Risk Assessment &amp; Interface Management</li><li>
PMIS, EDMS &amp; Digital Project Controls</li><li>
KPI Development &amp; Executive Reporting</li><li>
Program Governance &amp; Change Management</li><li>
Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication, and Problem Solving</li></ul></div>

Planning & Scheduling Manager

<div>Overview:
<div>
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.</div><p></p><div><br>
Our newest opportunity is for a talented Performance Specialist to join our award-winning team based in Alkhobar.
</div><div>This position is responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the contract documents are implemented and maintained throughout the contract period and to assist in the review of contractual notices of claims.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div>
Our newest opportunity is for an experienced Planning Engineer to join the Project Controls team for a high-profile arena construction project in, Riyadh. This is a key role in the supervision/PMC or construction management team supporting the delivery of one of Vision 2030&rsquo;s flagship giga-projects.</div><div>
The Planning Engineer will develop, maintain, and monitor comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6. You will provide critical planning and controls support to the Project Director, Resident Engineer, and Project Management team, ensuring the arena (including civil, structural, architectural, MEP, and fit-out elements) is delivered on time, within budget, and in coordination with multiple packages and stakeholders.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
1. Schedule Development &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Developing, updating, and maintaining detailed baseline and revised project schedules using Primavera P6 across the full project lifecycle, including design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.</li><li>
Incorporating all work packages, interfaces, milestones, resources, and dependencies specific to arena construction, including structural steel erection, seating bowl, roof systems, concourses, MEP integration, fit-out, and external works.</li><li>
Performing resource loading, leveling, and optimization, while developing recovery and acceleration plans as required.</li><li>
Preparing 3-week and 90-day look-ahead schedules and integrating subcontractor programmes.</li></ul><div><b>
2. Progress Monitoring &amp; Analysis</b></div><ul><li>
Monitoring and tracking actual progress against the baseline on a weekly and monthly basis through site data collection, progress measurement, and schedule updates.</li><li>
Analyzing schedule variances, critical path impacts, and potential delays, while preparing what-if scenarios, mitigation strategies, and Extension of Time (EOT) support documentation.</li><li>
Conducting delay analyses, including time impact and windows analyses, and supporting claims evaluations for the Engineer/PMC.</li><li>
Integrating planning activities with cost control processes, including S-curves, cash flow forecasts, and risk management frameworks.</li></ul><div><b>
3. Reporting &amp; Communication</b></div><ul><li>
Preparing high-quality weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc planning reports, dashboards, and presentations for the Project Director, Engineer, Client (Qiddiya Investment Company), and other key stakeholders.</li><li>
Attending progress meetings, coordination meetings, and workshops, while presenting schedule updates, findings, and recommendations.</li><li>
Maintaining accurate planning records, baseline logs, and audit trails to ensure contractual compliance with FIDIC or similar contract frameworks.</li></ul><div><b>
4. Coordination &amp; Interface Management</b></div><ul><li>
Coordinating with Civil, Structural, MEP, and Architectural disciplines, package contractors, consultants, and authorities to ensure realistic and integrated scheduling.</li><li>
Managing interfaces between multiple contracts and work packages typical of Qiddiya giga-project environments.</li><li>
Supporting the project risk register by identifying, assessing, and tracking schedule-related risks and opportunities.</li></ul><div><b>
5. Project Controls Support</b></div><ul><li>
Assisting in budget phasing, earned value management (EVM), and performance measurement activities.</li><li>
Providing planning input to variation orders, claims, and commercial evaluations.</li><li>
Contributing to handover planning, commissioning schedules, and defects liability period activities to ensure the arena&rsquo;s operational readiness.</li></ul><div><b>
6. Continuous Improvement</b></div><ul><li>
Implementing project planning and controls best practices aligned with international standards and KSA giga-project requirements.</li><li>
Training and mentoring junior planning staff where applicable.</li><li>
Leveraging digital tools such as Primavera Cloud, Power BI, and BIM integration to enhance project visibility, reporting, and operational efficiency.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div>
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date 8&ndash;12+ years of relevant experience in planning/scheduling for large-scale construction projects, with at least 5 years on mega-projects (stadiums, arenas, sports venues, infrastructure, or giga-projects in KSA/GCC highly preferred).</div><ul><li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in civil engineering, or a related field</li><li>
 Expert-level proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 (mandatory; latest versions).</li><li>
 Strong working knowledge of MS Project, Excel (advanced), Power BI, and MS Office.</li><li>
 Familiarity with FIDIC contracts, project controls best practices, and delay analysis methodologies.</li><li>
 Experience with resource/cost-loaded schedules and Earned Value Management.</li></ul><div><b>
Other Requirements</b></div><ul><li>
 Proven track record on complex, fast-track projects with multiple interfaces.</li><li>
 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (English essential; Arabic advantageous).</li><li>
 Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, site-based environment under pressure.</li><li>
 Knowledge of Saudi regulations, Vision 2030 delivery standards, and arena-specific construction sequencing is a strong advantage.</li></ul><div><b>
Desirable Certifications</b></div><ul><li>
PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent.</li><li>
Primavera P6 certification or advanced training.</li><li>
Planning/Scheduling certifications (e.g., from AACE, PMI-SP).</li><li>
HSE awareness certification.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.</div><div>
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</div></div>

Planning Engineer

Hillpointe

<p></p><div><div><p><b>WHY HILLPOINTE?</b><i> Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution.</i></p>
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Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm's investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success.</i></p>
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Marketing &amp; Centralized Project Manager</b></p><p><br>
The Marketing &amp; Centralized Project Manager serves as the implementation specialist supporting the Project Advisory function and the Marketing and Centralized Operations teams. This role owns the day-to-day operation of several connected systems and tools, conducts recurring data and feedback analysis, and provides implementation support on projects across departments. Reporting to the Director of Project Advisory, this individual keeps core operational systems running, prepares accurate reporting, and adapts quickly to shifting priorities.</p><br>
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Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Data, Reporting &amp; Analytics
<ul><li>Manage the day-to-day operation of Hillpointe's internal ticketing system, diving into ticket data when needed to surface trends, resolve issues, and maintain service quality.</li>
<li>Conduct recurring Prospective Renter feedback surveys covering a range of topics that span multiple departments, and compile the results into clear, usable findings.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Data team on executive reporting to support the Director of Project Advisory, ensuring underlying data is accurate, organized, and ready for executive presentation.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Systems &amp; Technology
<ul><li>Implement and manage the portfolio's Virtual Leasing Agent AI across all channels, providing performance reporting and recommendations to the Director of Project Advisory.</li>
<li>Configure and maintain IVR and call tree structures to support Centralized Operations and ensure a reliable contact experience.</li>
<li>Maintain the portfolio's Product Knowledge Base within the CRM to ensure consistent and accurate data flows across connected systems.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Project &amp; Implementation Support
<ul><li>Provide implementation assistance on Marketing and Centralized ad-hoc projects as needed, executing assigned deliverables to defined timelines.</li>
<li>Assist on ad-hoc Project Advisory team tasks, adapting to support the function's priorities as they shift.</li>
<li>Prioritize across multiple concurrent responsibilities and projects, balancing recurring operational ownership with ad-hoc implementation work.</li></ul><br>
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<b>Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.</li>
</ul><ul><li>1 to 3+ years of experience in marketing operations, project coordination, customer experience, or centralized business functions.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong analytical skills with experience working in data, reporting, and survey results.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Experience supporting or implementing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Familiarity with contact center tools, IVR or call routing systems, and chatbot or AI-driven customer technologies preferred.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Comfortable working in a CRM and maintaining data across connected systems.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong organizational and communication skills.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Marketing & Centralized Project Manager

Surbana Jurong Private Limited

<div><ul><li>A global multidisciplinary consultancy with 16,500+ professionals across 40+ countries</li><li>Delivering world-class infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions</li><li>Be part of shaping our business and driving innovation initiatives</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
About SJ Group:</b></p><p>
Surbana Jurong Group is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm. With a strong presence across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, we deliver integrated solutions across the entire project lifecycle&mdash;from planning and design to delivery and asset management. Our Middle East operations continue to expand, supporting major infrastructure, transportation, energy, and development projects aligned with national visions and long-term growth strategies.</p><p></p><p><b>
About the Role:</b></p><p>
We are inviting Expressions of Interest from experienced professionals for a <b>Project Director &ndash; Construction Supervision </b>role for upcoming major infrastructure projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Lead and oversee the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects from inception through completion</li><li>Provide strategic direction and leadership to multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, construction supervision, commercial, and project controls functions</li><li>Act as the primary client interface, maintaining strong relationships with clients, government authorities, contractors, and stakeholders</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, safety, and contractual requirements</li><li>Monitor project performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies as required</li><li>Oversee contract administration, commercial management, and claims resolution activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and governance requirements</li><li>Drive project excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives across project teams</li><li>Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposals, and strategic growth initiatives</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (Master&rsquo;s Degree preferred)</li><li>Minimum <b>20+ years of experience</b> in the delivery of major infrastructure projects, including significant experience in construction supervision and project leadership roles</li><li>Proven track record of successfully leading large, complex infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams</li><li>Strong understanding of project management, construction supervision, contract administration, commercial management, and project controls</li><li>Extensive experience managing client relationships and stakeholder engagement at senior levels</li><li>Experience working within international consultancy environments is highly desirable</li><li>GCC and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia project experience is strongly preferred</li><li>Professional certifications such as PMP, Chartership, or equivalent are advantageous</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why Join SJ?</b></p><p>
Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Work alongside world-class teams and contribute to transformative infrastructure projects that support the continued growth and development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.</p><p></p><p>
All recruitment activities are handled by our internal Talent Acquisition Team, and this role currently does not require agency input.</p><p></p><p>
Please do not forward resume directly to SJ employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.</p><p></p><p>
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.</p><p></p><p>
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!</p></div>

Project Director – Construction Supervision

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