Confidential Semi-Government تعلن عن وظيفة نائب رئيس المشاريع (الشؤون الفنية) في الرياض

Vice President Projects (Technical Affairs)

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type

Full-Time

Seniority Level

Executive

Reports To

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Group Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Job Summary

The Vice President Projects (Technical Affairs) is responsible for leading the planning, development, execution, and governance of the organization's capital projects portfolio. The role oversees all technical, engineering, design, construction, and project delivery activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and in alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and international best practices.

The VP will provide strategic leadership across multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders while driving operational excellence, project governance, risk management, quality assurance, and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilitie

sStrategic Leadershi

• pDevelop and execute the organization's project delivery strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and long-term development plans
• .Lead the technical affairs and project management functions across all capital development and infrastructure initiatives
• .Establish project governance frameworks, policies, standards, and controls to ensure successful project execution
• .Advise executive management on technical, engineering, and project-related matters

.Project Development & Deliver

• yOversee the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies, concept design, planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• .Ensure projects are delivered according to approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards
• .Monitor project performance through established KPIs and executive reporting mechanisms
• .Review and approve project execution plans, technical specifications, engineering designs, and construction methodologies
• .Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and operational requirements

.Engineering & Technical Affair

• sDirect all engineering disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure works
• .Ensure compliance with local regulations, building codes, industry standards, and international engineering practices
• .Oversee technical reviews, design coordination, constructability assessments, and technical due diligence activities
• .Drive innovation and adoption of modern construction technologies and digital engineering solutions

.Stakeholder Managemen

• tManage relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, consultants, contractors, and strategic partners
• .Collaborate with internal business units to align project objectives with operational and commercial requirements
• .Present project progress, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership and governance committees

.Financial & Commercial Oversigh

• tDevelop and manage annual project budgets and capital expenditure plans
• .Monitor project financial performance and ensure effective cost control measures
• .Review and approve major contracts, variation orders, claims, and procurement strategies
• .Identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational efficiencies

.Risk, Quality & Complianc

• eEstablish robust risk management frameworks across the project portfolio
• .Ensure implementation of quality management systems and project assurance processes
• .Promote a strong culture of health, safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence
• .Lead mitigation plans for project risks, delays, and critical issues

.Leadership & Organizational Developmen

• tLead and develop high-performing engineering, technical, and project management teams
• .Build organizational capabilities in project management, engineering excellence, and technical governance
• .Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

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Qualificatio

• nsBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related disciplin
• e.Master's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is preferre
• d.Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-RMP, PE, Chartered Engineer, or equivalent are highly desirabl

e.
Experie

• nceMinimum 15-20 years of progressive experience in engineering, construction, project management, or technical leadership rol
• es.At least 8-10 years in a senior executive leadership position overseeing large-scale projec
• ts.Proven experience managing complex, multi-billion SAR capital projects and development progra
• ms.Strong background in project governance, engineering management, contract administration, and stakeholder engageme

nt.
Core Competen

• ciesExecutive Leader
• shipStrategic Plan
• ningProject Portfolio Manage
• mentEngineering Manage
• mentConstruction Manage
• mentTechnical Govern
• anceFinancial & Commercial Ac
• umenRisk Manage
• mentContract Manage
• mentQuality Assurance & Con
• trolStakeholder Manage
• mentChange Manage
• mentNegotiation & Influ
• enceDecision Ma
• kingTeam Leadership & Develop

ment
Key Performance Indicators (

• KPIs)Project delivery within approved budget and sche
• dule.Capital project portfolio perform
• ance.Project quality and compliance sc
• ores.Health, Safety & Environmental perform
• ance.Cost optimization and value engineering achievem
• ents.Stakeholder satisfaction le
• vels.Risk mitigation effective
• ness.Technical governance and audit compliance res
• ults.Team capability development and succession readi