Project Manager

Position Summary

Job title: Project Manager

Department: Projects / Operations

Location: Project sites, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (wind farm and power project locations)

Reports to: Project Director

Nationality: Saudi National

Experience: Minimum 3 years in project management on wind or major power projects

Employment type: Full-time, site-based with travel between project locations

Role Purpose

The Project Manager delivers assigned wind and power projects safely, on schedule, within budget and to contract requirements. The role leads site teams, manages client and subcontractor relationships, and controls the commercial, operational and HSE performance of the project from mobilization to handover.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Lead project delivery from mobilization through execution, demobilization and close-out.
• Prepare and maintain project execution plans, schedules, resource plans and method statements.
• Plan and coordinate heavy lifting and installation activities (e.g. WTG components, transformers, structural steel) with site and engineering teams.
• Monitor daily progress against baseline and take corrective action on delays.
• Ensure equipment, cranes and manpower are mobilized and utilized efficiently.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Act as the main point of contact for the client, EPC contractor and consultants on site.
• Attend and lead progress meetings; issue weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Manage correspondence, variations, claims and change requests in line with the contract.
• Liaise with government entities, local authorities and Saudi stakeholders for permits and approvals.

Commercial and Contract Management

• Control project budget, costs and cash flow; report forecasts and variances.
• Review and administer client contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Verify subcontractor and vendor timesheets, invoices and payment applications.
• Support procurement of equipment, services and materials with the procurement team.
• Prepare monthly client invoices and supporting documentation.

Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

• Promote a strong safety culture and enforce company and client HSE requirements.
• Ensure lifting plans, risk assessments, permits to work and toolbox talks are in place.
• Lead incident reporting, investigations and close-out of corrective actions.
• Ensure work complies with the project quality plan, ITPs and applicable Saudi regulations.

People and Team Leadership

• Lead, motivate and develop site managers, supervisors, operators and support staff.
• Plan manpower requirements, rotations and mobilization with HR.
• Develop Saudi talent through coaching, mentoring and on-the-job training.
• Conduct performance reviews and resolve site-level people issues.

Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain complete project records: daily reports, equipment and manpower logs, and handover files.
• Track KPIs and report project performance to the Project Director and senior management.
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement of company procedures.

Skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification is preferred.
• Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience on onshore wind, solar, substation, transmission or other major power projects.
• Hands-on exposure to heavy lifting, crane operations or WTG installation is highly preferred.
• Experience working with international EPC contractors and OEMs (e.g. wind turbine manufacturers).
• Proven record of managing site teams, subcontractors and project budgets.

Technical Skills

• Project scheduling and control using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, variations and claims.
• Understanding of lifting plans, rigging, HSE standards and permit-to-work systems.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project reporting tools.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team management in a multicultural site environment.
• Clear communication and negotiation with clients, vendors and authorities.
• Commercial awareness, cost control and problem solving.
• Ability to work under pressure in remote site conditions and meet tight deadlines.

Other Requirements

• Saudi National.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Valid Saudi driving license.
• Willing to be based on site and travel between project locations.

Working Conditions

• Site-based role at remote wind and power project locations in KSA.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions, heights and heavy lifting operations.
• Rotation and working hours as per company policy and project needs.