Project Manager - Agriculture

About the role

Burjline Builders is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Agriculture to lead and manage agricultural projects from planning through execution in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role suits someone with extensive experience in large-scale farming, crop production, greenhouse management, irrigation systems and agricultural infrastructure, overseeing planning, resources, budgets and timelines while ensuring efficiency, sustainability and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute and monitor agricultural projects to deliver them on time and within budget
• Manage large-scale farming operations, including crop production, greenhouses, irrigation systems and agricultural infrastructure
• Develop project schedules, budgets and resource allocation plans
• Coordinate with farm managers, agronomists, engineers, contractors, suppliers and consultants
• Monitor progress, implement corrective actions and manage project risks and mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations, environmental standards and health and safety requirements
• Manage procurement of equipment, materials and services, and oversee installation and commissioning of irrigation systems and greenhouses
• Analyse performance, prepare progress reports and identify ways to improve productivity, efficiency and sustainability

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Horticulture or a related field
• 7-12 years of experience managing agricultural or farming projects
• Proven experience in large-scale farming, crop production, greenhouse operations, irrigation projects or agricultural development
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in the GCC, particularly Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software such as MS Project or Primavera
• Project planning, scheduling, budget and cost control, contractor and vendor management, risk management and quality and compliance

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to manage large-scale agricultural and farming projects
• Dynamic, collaborative work environment
• Professional growth and long-term career development