Project Director – Riyadh

About the role

We are looking for a senior Project Director to lead the delivery of a landmark development in Riyadh. The role sits within WSP’s Project Management Services unit and reports directly to the client, providing strategic direction and governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, governance and decision‑making for the project, ensuring alignment with client objectives, programme, budget and quality standards.
• Oversee end‑to‑end delivery from concept design through construction, commissioning and handover, coordinating multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and specialist advisors.
• Maintain project budgets, cost plans, cash‑flow forecasts and change‑control processes, and drive robust programme management and schedule recovery when needed.
• Lead risk management activities, identifying, assessing and mitigating strategic and delivery risks.
• Serve as the primary interface with the client, government authorities and key stakeholders, delivering clear reporting and steering‑committee updates.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, codes and safety standards throughout the project.

Required profile

• Minimum 20 years of experience in large‑scale, multi‑disciplinary construction projects.
• Proven track record of delivering high‑value, technically complex developments.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Required skills

• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Design Management
• Programme Management
• Risk Management