Project Manager

Job Description

Job Overview

Kaefer Saudi Arabia Co is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee industrial construction and maintenance projects in the Eastern Province. The role is responsible for leading project planning, execution, technical coordination, budget control, and client interface, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule, and to required specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Review contracts, scope of work, technical specifications, and drawings, and lead the tender-to-execution handover.
• Develop project execution plans, baseline schedules, budgets, manpower and equipment forecasts, and procurement plans.
• Monitor project milestones, cost performance, productivity, and resource utilization, implementing recovery plans when necessary.
• Oversee scaffolding operations, ensuring designs, loading calculations, erection, inspection, and handovers meet approved standards.
• Ensure insulation and fireproofing applications strictly comply with approved material and installation specifications.
• Maintain scope, schedule, and cost baselines, securing required approvals for variations prior to execution.
• Lead project HSE implementation, risk assessments, method statements, permit-to-work systems, and emergency preparedness.
• Enforce quality management plans and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), addressing non-conformances and maintaining inspection records.
• Apply environmental controls regarding waste management, spill prevention, and material disposal in line with Saudi regulations.
• Manage commercial aspects, including cost forecasting, cash flow, variation claims, progress billing, and subcontractor performance.
• Serve as the primary client contact, leading progress meetings and providing regular updates on safety, schedule, cost, and risks.
• Manage project punch lists, final testing, handovers, demobilization, and contractual closeout.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent technical qualification with extensive relevant experience.
• 8 to 12 years of experience in industrial construction or maintenance, including 3 to 5 years in managing projects or major packages.
• Hands-on experience in scaffolding, insulation, and fireproofing delivery and technical coordination.
• Proven track record in managing project budgets, schedules, workforce allocation, and subcontractors.
• Ability to interpret contractual terms, specifications, engineering drawings, and performance reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is advantageous.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC within oil and gas, petrochemicals, power, or heavy industrial sectors is preferred.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, ERP systems, and MS Office; PMP certification or formal HSE training is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent technical qualification.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant industrial project experience.

Job Details

• Company: Kaefer Saudi Arabia Co
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Experience: 8 – 15 Years
• Education: Any Graduation
• Functional Area: Engineering
• Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia