EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR- HEAD OF PROJECT MANAGEMENTLocation: Riyadh, KSASalary: Open to Negotiation ( see detail below) Suggested BandingType: Permanent, Full-TimeA Construction Project Management consultancy with Projects in Real Estate Development and infrastructure for giga-projects, Head of Project Management / Executive Director Project Management, for a position based in their Riyadh office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This position will report to the CEO.ROLE DESCRIPTIONThis senior level position will be responsible for overseeing all project delivery functions across the whole KSA portfolio.You will be responsible for strategic planning, execution, performance monitoring, and client engagement. Leading and managing the successful delivery of projects across the KingdomYour remit will be to use your Project Management skills across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, hospitality, infrastructure, and mega/giga-projects.The successful candidate will provide leadership, technical, and commercial acumen,Candidates must have a proven track record in delivering complex projects within time, and to budget, whilst adhering to quality constraints.Provide executive-level direction across project management, construction supervision, cost control, planning, quality, and safety.Establish and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the senior point of contact and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.Drive operational excellence by implementing best-in-class project delivery systems, tools, and standards.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project directors, managers, and technical professionals.Work closely with the CEO and functional heads to support business development, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.Manage project risks, resolve escalated issues, and ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and client KPIs.Report regularly to the Board and Executive Management on project status, forecasts, challenges, and opportunities.Represent the company at high-level meetings, industry events, and governmental engagements as needed.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSDegree Qualification -bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related construction fieldOther Qualifications -In addition a preference for a master's degree qualification in a Construction, Project Management or Business fieldYears of Experience- A Minimum 20 years of relevant experience, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale, high-value projects.Location Experience - Proven experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region, with a strong understanding of local regulatory, cultural, and commercial environments.Previous Companies -Strong knowledge of PMC, engineering, procurement, and construction delivery models. It is expected you will have PMC experience with a Tier 1 consultancy.Reporting Structure -Previous experience at a high level reporting to the CEO of a PMC organisation. Experience liaising with Stakeholders.Chartered Status- A Chartered professional Certification such as MCIOB MRICS or MICESALARY & BENEFITSThis is a full-time permanent job vacancy for a Senior Level professional with extensive experience as a Project Managment professional.Our client is open to negotiation for this position but Stafford Lawrence Ltd are suggesting a salary banding of no less than. If you are currently over this banding, please still get in contact as we mention our client is negotiable for the right personIn addition, to a total package salaryBonus as per Saudi LawOther executive benefitsMedical CoverHoliday Allowance ( 30 CALENDAR DAYS)Business Class FlightMOST ASKED QUESTIONS FOR THIS JOB VACANCYQUESTION: Will you accept candidates without GCC experience ANSWER: NO our client has stipulated candidates must have GCC experience preference for previous KSA experienceQUESTION: Will you consider candidates with Main Contractor experience for this position: ANSWER: NO. Our client is a Construction Consultancy or Project Management Consultancy so experience of this type of company is essential. A few years experience with a Tier 1 consultancy is also not acceptable for this client. The majority of your experience must be with a PMCQUESTION: The position states 20 years of experience and I have 18.5 years, should I apply ANSWER: YES, please apply. As long as you meet all the other requirements, we will certainly consider you for our client.QUESTION: My current salary is outside of the banding you have suggested, should I apply. ANSWER: Yes please, our client is negotiable for the right person on salary requirements.QUESTION: I have considerable Oil & Gas projects experience as well as Power distribution and Industrial projects, should I apply ANSWER: If the majority of your experience is O&G then we  suggest that you DO NOT apply for this vacancy as our client does not work on O&G, Power or Industrial Projects.QUESTION: Will you consider candidates who are over the Saudi retirement age of 60 ANSWER: No, our client has stipulated they must stick to Saudi retirement age guidelines for this position, so anyone over 60 cannot be considered for this position.QUESTION: Will you consider someone without a degree qualification. ANSWER: This client has stipulated they would like a Degree Qualification

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - PMO ConsultancyLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaType: Permanent, Full-TimeOur client seeks a fluent Arabic speaker for this Business Development Manager job vacancy. They are a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) with offices around the world. This position is based in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.Role and Responsibilities of the Business Development ManagerYou will engage in Business Development and Client Liaison management activities to identify and pursue business opportunities for this PMC organisation.Act as the primary point of contact for client engagementsPrepare and submit high-quality RPFs utilising your graphic design experience to prepare visual proposals, and presentations which focus on branding.Ensure that contractual and regulatory requirements are met.Develop marketing strategy and strategic plans to secure new business and identify growth opportunities.Support the Project Management teams.Negotiate terms based on your knowledge of RFP contracts.Requirements and Qualifications for the Business Development ManagerThe ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of preparing high-profile Requests for Proposal (RFP) and a background of doing this for large Giga projects.A minimum of 10 years of experience producing RFP presentations with strong visual graphic design skills.Fluent in Arabic Language skillsAn Engineering or Construction related Degree qualificationPrevious experience producing RPFs for a Project Management Consultancy organisation managing complex bid processes.Demonstrated experience in Business Development in KSA or the wider GCC region.Strong proficiency in graphic design and proposal development using Adobe, PowerPoint and CRM systems.Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills as well as the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple workloads.

Engineering: Project Controls Job Vacancy- Arabic SpeakerLocation: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaWe are recruiting a Project Controls professional for a position with our PMO consultancy client based in Riyadh.N.B This position requires a fluent Arabic speaker.Job Description for the Project Controls ProfessionalYou will be responsible for preparing comprehensive master plans, schedules, and cost estimates for projects.Provide regular updates on project progress and identify any deviations from the original master plan.Advise on cost control effectiveness and compliance with the budget targets.Integrate project schedules to forecast cash flow requirements in coordination with other departments.Monitor the project schedule and progress to ensure adherence to work plans within the agreed time, budget, and resources.Conduct project review meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.Provide support and guidance to the project teams on project control processes and best practices.Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in project control activities.Requirements for the Project Controls ProfessionalCandidates should have a Minimum of 10 years' experience as a project control professional with 5 years of your 10 years' experience in the GCC.The candidate must have fluent Arabic Language Skills.A degree Qualification in Construction, Engineering, Project management or another Construction related field.Extensive proven experience in Project Planning, scheduling and Cost Estimation.Previous experience with a PMO Consultancy organisation. We are not seeking candidates with a Main Contractor background.Ability to provide accurate cost forecasting and budgeting.Additional Qualifications in Project Management, Controls, and Scheduling are highly desirable for this position.Experienced and proficient in using project controls software. Please provide details in your CV of your software experience.Strong Understanding of project management methodologies.Liaise with the business Development team to create baselines for project cost, scope, and schedule.Salary & Benefits for the Project Controls ProfessionalThis is a full-time permanent job vacancy based in Riyadh, KSA, based in the office with client site visits.A total package salary, in addition to a salary you will also receive the following.In addition, Mobilisation and demobilisation flights.Laptop, Mobile Phone.Medical Cover.Visa costs.Bonus as per Saudi Law.

Department Manager Project ControlsLocation: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaWe are recruiting a Project Controls Manager Department Head for a position with our PMO consultancy client based in Riyadh. This position requires 16-20 years of experience and extensive Project Controls Management experience, some of which must be with a Tier 1 Consultancy organisation.Job Description for the Project Controls ProfessionalYou will be responsible for overseeing a team of Project Controls professionals to deliver comprehensive master plans, schedules, and cost estimates for projects.Involvement in continuous improvement and talent development for the team and the ability to manage and supervise.Demonstrate your ability to direct cost engineering, cost estimating, control and analysis, planning and scheduling, schedule development, control, and analysis.You will be involved in engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up / set up work processes.The ability to establish project controls systems and set-up activities for project controls.Oversee project progress and identify with your teams any deviations from the original master plan.Advise stakeholders on cost control effectiveness and compliance with the budget targets.Integrate project schedules to forecast cash flow requirements in coordination with other departments.Monitor the project schedule and progress to ensure adherence to work plans within the agreed time, budget, and resources.Conduct project review meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.Provide support and guidance to the project teams on project control processes and best practices.Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in project control activities.Requirements for the Project Controls ProfessionalCandidates should have a Minimum of 16-20 years experience as a project controls professional with at least half of your experience in the GCC, preference for experience in Saudi ArabiaA degree Qualification from an accredited university in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction, Engineering, Project management or another Construction related field.Extensive proven experience in Project Planning, scheduling and Cost Estimation.Proven experience in project controls of large-scale projects.Ability to provide accurate cost forecasting and budgeting.Additional Qualifications in Project Management, Controls, and Scheduling are highly desirable for this position.Experienced and proficient in using project controls software. Please provide details in your CV of your software experience.Strong Understanding of project management methodologies.Liaise with the Business Development team and Project Management teamsSalary & Benefits for the Project Controls ProfessionalThis is a full-time permanent job vacancy based in Riyadh, KSA, based in the office with client site visits.in addition to a salary you will also receive the following.In addition, Mobilisation and demobilisation flights.Laptop, Mobile Phone.Medical Cover.Visa costs.Bonus as per Saudi Law.