Project Director - Saudi National

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Project Director - Saudi National

remote typeOn-site locationsRiyadh, SAU time typeFull time posted onPosted Today job requisition idREQ323946 We are looking for a Project Director for our Project & Development Services business line.

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Role Purpose

We are currently looking for a Project Director for our P&DS team based in Riyadh, KSA. The successful candidate will be responsible for demonstrating high levels of project and program leadership, including client and stakeholder engagement, robust commercial knowledge and a deep understanding of managing multi-faceted, complex schemes from start to finish. The Project Director will lead the PMC through the design and execution of a mixed-use urban development. You will be required to show leadership and develop the schemes through the design stages and then through execution.

What this job involves

Strategic leadership and delivery of a Client Portfolio of projects. Leadership in deploying best industry practices for project and program management in a PMC environment. Developing a high performing multi-disciplined team with a strong collaborative ethos & problem-solving mentality. Provide good timely advice and regular status updates to the client portfolio team. Lead, inspire and direct the PMC team as necessary. Line management and contribution to succession planning and career development across the team. Driving strategic thinking, planning and execution of strategies, plans and processes to ensure the program has a forward vision and successful outcome. Developing a safe working culture for all stakeholder. Accountability for the delivery of projects to international design standards, budgets, forecasts, programs and working capital targets. Lead and manage project teams through all phases. Support the development of the client brief and Project Execution Plans to suit the specific requirements of the project. Undertake full design management to meet the client’s expectations and budget. Fully manage and handle local government approvals process. Lead complex development projects, proactively managing and confirming the compliance of contractors/consultants to the contract terms and conditions. Assist with the compilation of tender documents and critically reviewing tender returns, contract negotiations, award of contracts and client reporting. Manage reporting to suit relevant stages of the projects. Deliver to the scope of services as contracted with Client’s whilst managing JLL’s exposure. Be proactive in raising and resolving issues that could impact the projects schedule, budget, quality, safety, external stakeholders. Active engagement in further developing the JLL business.
Degree Qualification in Engineering is preferred but not essential.
Professional Memberships are an advantage but not essential (CIOB). Experience in design and execution of a mixed-use urban development.
Experience in leading large, multinational and diverse program delivery teams.
Proven major project leadership skills with good knowledge of business analysis. Excellent written and verbal skills with a fluent proficiency in English. International safety qualification / recognition an advantage but not essential.

Location:

On-site –Riyadh, SAUIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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