Senior Project Director / Senior Program Director – Construction & Infrastructure Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Category

Engineering & Technical
Construction & Real Estate
Operations & Supply Chain
Energy, Oil & Gas

Job Overview

A leading Class A construction company in Saudi Arabia is hiring experienced Senior Project Directors and Senior Program Directors for large-scale infrastructure developments in Riyadh. This opportunity is ideal for senior construction professionals with extensive expertise in managing complex island developments, ports, and infrastructure projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The role offers significant long-term career growth for professionals seeking leadership positions in the construction and engineering sector. The selected candidate will oversee high-value projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to strategic infrastructure expansion initiatives aligned with regional development goals.

This position is suited for highly experienced civil engineering professionals with strong project governance capabilities, advanced leadership skills, and internationally recognized certifications such as PMP. The company values professional development, technical excellence, and proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure programs successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale construction and infrastructure projects
• Oversee project execution, planning, scheduling, and delivery timelines
• Supervise multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
• Ensure compliance with project quality standards and safety regulations
• Coordinate with stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and government authorities
• Manage infrastructure, island development, and port-related projects
• Monitor project budgets, risks, and operational performance
• Provide strategic leadership and reporting to executive management
• Ensure timely project completion within approved scope and standards
• Support continuous improvement, technical training, and project optimization initiatives

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 25+ years of professional experience in construction and infrastructure projects
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia as a Project Director is mandatory
• Proven experience managing islands, ports, and infrastructure developments
• PMP certification or other relevant project management certification required
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent English proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and construction operations
• Ability to manage large-scale teams and complex project environments

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary details have not been disclosed by the employer.

Benefits may include professional development opportunities, leadership exposure on large-scale infrastructure projects, and long-term career progression within the construction and engineering sector.

The organization supports experienced professionals through advanced project exposure, technical upskilling, and certification-focused career growth opportunities.

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