Construction Project Manager (Site)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Site to lead the successful delivery of a building construction project in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia for one of our Construction clients. The successful candidate will take ownership of the project from mobilization through handover, managing programme, budget, quality, safety, subcontractors, consultants, and site operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations and manage engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Own the project programme, monitor progress, recover delays, and provide regular management reports.
• Manage project budgets, cost reports, forecasts, variations, and change orders.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including scope, procurement schedules, performance, and payment certification.
• Coordinate with the design team on design changes, shop drawings, material submittals, and RFIs.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and site safety standards.
• Lead quality control, inspections, testing, and closure of non-conformances.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities, including Balady, Civil Defense, and utility authorities.
• Identify and manage project risks while maintaining proper contractual documentation.
• Lead testing, commissioning, snagging, and final handover, including as‑built drawings and O&M documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• 7–15 years of experience in building construction, including recent experience as a Project Manager.
• Proven experience delivering multi‑storey or high‑rise buildings in Saudi Arabia through to handover.
• Active Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) accreditation.
• Good knowledge of the Saudi Building Code, Civil Defense requirements, and FIDIC‑based contracts.
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills with the ability to work in a hands‑on construction environment.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Al Khobar.
• Valid Saudi driving licence.

Required skills

• Primavera P6 or MS Project
• AutoCAD – reading and mark‑up
• MS Excel – cost tracking and reporting
• PMP certification (advantage)