162 Consulting Intern jobs in Saudi Arabia

Consulting Engineer
Apply ( Location:Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
+ Area of InterestCustomer Experience
+ Job TypeProfessional
+ Technology InterestSecurity
+ Job Id1437291
**Meet the Team**
We are a team of Engineers and Architects based in Saudi Arabia part of Cisco Experience team responsible for the professional services delivery to Cisco customers. We arhictect, design, implement, migrate and optimize Cisco Solutions
**Your Impact**
· Drive customer-facing on-site technology design, implementation, execution, migration and/or optimization sessions.
· Deliver a variety of projects, including designing secure network infrastructures, implementing access control policies, configuring security devices such:
o Firewalls: Cisco FTD Firewalls
o Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems: Cisco FTD, SNORT3
o Network Admission Control System: Identity Service Engineer (ISE)
o Email Threat Defense
o Secure Access (SSE)
o Secure Endpoint
o Umbrella
o XDR
· Collect requirements from customers for projects to meet critical business and information technology goals
· Atively participate and lead in planning, designing, and optimizing deployed Cisco security solutions for our customers.
· Engage in presale activities and translate business requirements into solution design.
· Align technical deliverables to customer business outcomes.
· Create, review and approve project expectation e.g., Design recommendations, High Level Design, Low Level Design, Implementation/ Change Management Plans.
· Drive customer technology transitions, influencing solution architectures and services.
· Align with and supports company policies and processes and uses relevant tools to effectively execute the role and support Professional Services' strategies and goals.
**Minimum Qualifications**
· Experience not less than 4 years in Security Architecture
· Expertise in Cisco Security Solutions including Firewalls, ISE, XDR, DUO, cisco Secure Email Threat Defense, Cisco Secure Access, Cisco Secure Web Appliance, Cisco Umbrella, Anyconnect, Cisco Secure Endpoint and Cisco Secure Workload
· Well-versed in networking protocols, security technologies, and industry best practices.
· Able to analyze network traffic and identify potential security threats, as well as implement security measures to protect against those threats.
**Preferred Qualifications**
· Certified CCIE Security
· Proven tracked record of designing Security Architectures
· Fluency in soundness disciplines (availability, security, etc.) and operational disciplines (systems management, change management, etc.)
· Strong Communication and leadership skills
· Proven track record in an industry or horizontal solution area.
· Ability to solve problems with innovative ideas. Assume complete ownership with regards to the engagement with client and stakeholders
· Has working knowledge of software programmability, automation, orchestration and/or virtualization with strong Python scripting experience
**#WeAreCisco**
#WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all.
Our passion is connection-we celebrate our employees' diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best.
We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer-80 hours each year-allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do!
Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!
**Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:**
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees haveaccess ( to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.
Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco's flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco's Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter. Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project & Delivery Manager with a specialized focus on the successful implementation and deployment of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading project through all phases of the implementation lifecycle - from initial discovery and requirements gathering, through solution design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live. This role demands a blend of strong project management acumen, deep technical understanding of Primavera products, and exceptional client relationship management skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, value-driven solutions that meet client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementation Project Leadership: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for implementation projects. Proactively manage client expectations and address any concerns.
• Requirements Gathering & Solution Design: Conduct detailed workshops and interviews to gather client business requirements. Translate these requirements into effective and efficient solution designs leveraging Primavera P6 and Unifier functionalities, including module configuration, business process workflows, forms, and reports.
• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage diverse project teams, including functional consultants, technical consultants, and developers. Foster a collaborative environment and ensure team members are aligned with project goals.
• Configuration & Customization Oversight: Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of Primavera P6 and Unifier solutions, ensuring they align with approved designs and client specifications.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Define and execute comprehensive testing strategies (unit, system, integration, UAT) to ensure the implemented solution is robust, stable, and meets all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Training & User Adoption: Develop and deliver effective training programs for client end-users and administrators to ensure successful adoption and utilization of the implemented Primavera systems.
• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Implement robust change management processes for scope variations, ensuring clear communication and impact assessment.
• Project Controls & Reporting: Implement rigorous project controls, track project progress, manage budgets, and provide regular, transparent status reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.
• Go-Live & Post-Implementation Support: Manage smooth go-live transitions and oversee initial post-implementation support, ensuring client satisfaction and system stability.
• Best Practices & Continuous Improvement: Promote and enforce industry best practices for project management and Primavera implementation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal methodologies and service offerings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT/software project management, with a strong focus on enterprise application implementations.
• Minimum 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience leading and delivering Oracle Primavera P6 and/or Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects. (Experience with both is highly preferred).
• Deep functional and technical understanding of Oracle Primavera P6 capabilities (scheduling, resource management, reporting).
• Extensive experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier, including in-depth knowledge of configuring various modules such as Cost Controls, Document Manager, Project Controls, Business Process Management (BPM) workflows, Forms, and Reports (BI Publisher).
• Proven ability to manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) or implementation lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and earned value management principles.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional project teams effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and thrive in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant project management certifications (e.g., Prince2, SAFe).
• Oracle Primavera Unifier certification(s) for implementation specialists.
• Experience with integrations between Primavera products and other enterprise systems (e.g., SAP application, financial systems).
• Familiarity with database concepts and SQL.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Overview

Our Financial Institutions Consulting team offers strategic advise to private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, banks, funds, healthcare and life sciences companies, and any investors undertaking mergers and acquisitions and evaluating investment opportunities in the healthcare and life sciences space.

Our team delivers strategic, commercial and operational insights to inform our clients in their investment decisions in healthcare and life sciences.

Responsibilities

Primary owner of client engagements with ultimate responsibility for client satisfaction and delivering high levels of quality/added value.

Oversee the successful delivery of projects which might include multiple projects at the same time while leading a team of consultants across levels.

Works with exiting healthcare and life sciences companies, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds on defining their investment sector agenda/strategies.

Delivers commercial and vendor due diligences.

Conducts comprehensive commercial, operational and financial feasibility studies for new business/avenues in in the healthcare and life sciences space.

Participates in strategy and operations engagements for our clients.

Identifies issues of importance to the industry/clients and works with CoE Leaders and/or Geographic to develop tangible and commercial offerings.

Meets or exceeds assigned revenue targets by developing and delivering insightful, value-added strategic solutions that address complex client issues.

Manage project budget and reporting on project cost.

Contributes to the team and other IQVIA services through knowledge sharing, recruitment, mentoring, training and other activities

Contributes to enhance the awareness about IQVIA in the market place, e.g. through speaking engagements, client meetings, publications etc.

Proactively continues to strengthen subject matter expertise through on the job experience, participation in conferences and symposiums and other forums for professional knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree is a must. Master of Science and/or MBA is a preference.

English speaker. Arabic is considered a plus.

Prior experience in investment consulting.

Existing network with private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, banks, funds, healthcare and life sciences companies, and any investors interested in Healthcare and Life Sciences opportunities.

Requires deep understanding, experience and expertise in: Strategic planning and business review , Growth strategy ,Market entry strategy and international expansion , Market opportunity sizing , Transaction/deal advisory.

Possesses exemplary business development skills.

Works willingly and effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals

Knowledge of consulting frameworks, methodologies, tools and techniques

Demonstrated problem solving, strategic thinking and planning, project management, people management, change management skills

Ability to drive significant business results to contribute to the growth of the Financial Institutions Consulting business

Confident to lead multi-resources engagements and multiple engagements at the same time

Excellent writing, communicating, presenting and facilitating for all level of audience

Able to provide direction, coaching and guidance to junior resources

Excellent interpersonal and networking skills

Passionate about Healthcare and Life Sciences with high level of energy, drive and enthusiasm

Flexibility to travel with the requirement to work away from the base office location.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project & Delivery Manager with a specialized focus on the successful implementation and deployment of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading project through all phases of the implementation lifecycle - from initial discovery and requirements gathering, through solution design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live. This role demands a blend of strong project management acumen, deep technical understanding of Primavera products, and exceptional client relationship management skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, value-driven solutions that meet client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementation Project Leadership: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for implementation projects. Proactively manage client expectations and address any concerns.
• Requirements Gathering & Solution Design: Conduct detailed workshops and interviews to gather client business requirements. Translate these requirements into effective and efficient solution designs leveraging Primavera P6 and Unifier functionalities, including module configuration, business process workflows, forms, and reports.
• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage diverse project teams, including functional consultants, technical consultants, and developers. Foster a collaborative environment and ensure team members are aligned with project goals.
• Configuration & Customization Oversight: Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of Primavera P6 and Unifier solutions, ensuring they align with approved designs and client specifications.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Define and execute comprehensive testing strategies (unit, system, integration, UAT) to ensure the implemented solution is robust, stable, and meets all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Training & User Adoption: Develop and deliver effective training programs for client end-users and administrators to ensure successful adoption and utilization of the implemented Primavera systems.
• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Implement robust change management processes for scope variations, ensuring clear communication and impact assessment.
• Project Controls & Reporting: Implement rigorous project controls, track project progress, manage budgets, and provide regular, transparent status reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.
• Go-Live & Post-Implementation Support: Manage smooth go-live transitions and oversee initial post-implementation support, ensuring client satisfaction and system stability.
• Best Practices & Continuous Improvement: Promote and enforce industry best practices for project management and Primavera implementation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal methodologies and service offerings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT/software project management, with a strong focus on enterprise application implementations.
• Minimum 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience leading and delivering Oracle Primavera P6 and/or Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects. (Experience with both is highly preferred).
• Deep functional and technical understanding of Oracle Primavera P6 capabilities (scheduling, resource management, reporting).
• Extensive experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier, including in-depth knowledge of configuring various modules such as Cost Controls, Document Manager, Project Controls, Business Process Management (BPM) workflows, Forms, and Reports (BI Publisher).
• Proven ability to manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) or implementation lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and earned value management principles.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional project teams effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and thrive in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant project management certifications (e.g., Prince2, SAFe).
• Oracle Primavera Unifier certification(s) for implementation specialists.
• Experience with integrations between Primavera products and other enterprise systems (e.g., SAP application, financial systems).
• Familiarity with database concepts and SQL.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

The Release Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the release of changes, enhancements, and updates to existing systems and applications (SAP, Maximo, service now, Appian, integration platform.etc). This role ensures that all releases are delivered smoothly on time, and with minimal disruption to business operations, while maintaining compliance with change management processes and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end release process from planning through deployment.

• Coordinate release plans with project teams, system owners, business units, and vendors.

• Ensure successful execution of release activities including pre-release reviews, go/no-go decisions, and post-release validation.

• Identify potential risks associated with releases and develop mitigation plans.

• Oversee deployment activities, including staging, testing, production rollout, and rollback plans when required.

• Act as the primary point of contact for release-related communications.

• Facilitate release meetings and communicate release status, risks, and impacts to stakeholders

• Coordinate with internal teams (IT operations, cybersecurity, vendors, business units) for smooth delivery of releases.

• Ensure releases meet quality standards and business requirements before deployment.

• Monitor the performance of release activities across the full release lifecycle (planning, development, testing, deployment).

• Conduct post-release reviews and implement lessons learned to improve future release processes.

• Develop and improve release policies, processes, and templates and continuously refine release policies, processes, templates, and automation tools to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.

• Define, measure, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for the release process, that include but limited to:

• Number of releases per period (weekly/monthly/quarterly).

• Release success rate and failure rate.

• Average lead time per release phase (planning, development, QA/testing, deployment).

• Percentage of delayed releases and reasons for delays (e.g., planning, development, QA bottlenecks).

• Rollback frequency and causes.

• Change-related incidents post-release

• Analyse release performance data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement across the release phases.

• Drive continuous improvement by implementing corrective actions and process enhancements based on KPI results and feedback.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering , information technology, or related field is a minimum

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, and release processes.

• Experience with SAP systems, enterprise applications, and system integrations.

• Familiarity with release/change management systems such as Jira.

• Scrum Master certificate is a plus.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project & Delivery Manager with a specialized focus on the successful implementation and deployment of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading project through all phases of the implementation lifecycle – from initial discovery and requirements gathering, through solution design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live. This role demands a blend of strong project management acumen, deep technical understanding of Primavera products, and exceptional client relationship management skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, value-driven solutions that meet client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementation Project Leadership: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for implementation projects. Proactively manage client expectations and address any concerns.

• Requirements Gathering & Solution Design: Conduct detailed workshops and interviews to gather client business requirements. Translate these requirements into effective and efficient solution designs leveraging Primavera P6 and Unifier functionalities, including module configuration, business process workflows, forms, and reports.

• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage diverse project teams, including functional consultants, technical consultants, and developers. Foster a collaborative environment and ensure team members are aligned with project goals.

• Configuration & Customization Oversight: Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of Primavera P6 and Unifier solutions, ensuring they align with approved designs and client specifications.

• Testing & Quality Assurance: Define and execute comprehensive testing strategies (unit, system, integration, UAT) to ensure the implemented solution is robust, stable, and meets all functional and non-functional requirements.

• Training & User Adoption: Develop and deliver effective training programs for client end-users and administrators to ensure successful adoption and utilization of the implemented Primavera systems.

• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Implement robust change management processes for scope variations, ensuring clear communication and impact assessment.

• Project Controls & Reporting: Implement rigorous project controls, track project progress, manage budgets, and provide regular, transparent status reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.

• Go-Live & Post-Implementation Support: Manage smooth go-live transitions and oversee initial post-implementation support, ensuring client satisfaction and system stability.

• Best Practices & Continuous Improvement: Promote and enforce industry best practices for project management and Primavera implementation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal methodologies and service offerings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT/software project management, with a strong focus on enterprise application implementations.

• Minimum 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience leading and delivering Oracle Primavera P6 and/or Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects. (Experience with both is highly preferred).

• Deep functional and technical understanding of Oracle Primavera P6 capabilities (scheduling, resource management, reporting).

• Extensive experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier, including in-depth knowledge of configuring various modules such as Cost Controls, Document Manager, Project Controls, Business Process Management (BPM) workflows, Forms, and Reports (BI Publisher).

• Proven ability to manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) or implementation lifecycle.

• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and earned value management principles.

• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional project teams effectively.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and thrive in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant project management certifications (e.g., Prince2, SAFe).

• Oracle Primavera Unifier certification(s) for implementation specialists.

• Experience with integrations between Primavera products and other enterprise systems (e.g., SAP application, financial systems).

• Familiarity with database concepts and SQL.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Join to apply for the Release Manager, Consulting role at Jobs via eFinancialCareers

Join to apply for the Release Manager, Consulting role at Jobs via eFinancialCareers

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

The Release Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the release of changes, enhancements, and updates to existing systems and applications (SAP, Maximo, service now, Appian, integration platform.etc). This role ensures that all releases are delivered smoothly on time, and with minimal disruption to business operations, while maintaining compliance with change management processes and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end release process from planning through deployment.
• Coordinate release plans with project teams, system owners, business units, and vendors.
• Ensure successful execution of release activities including pre-release reviews, go/no-go decisions, and post-release validation.
• Identify potential risks associated with releases and develop mitigation plans.
• Oversee deployment activities, including staging, testing, production rollout, and rollback plans when required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for release-related communications.
• Facilitate release meetings and communicate release status, risks, and impacts to stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal teams (IT operations, cybersecurity, vendors, business units) for smooth delivery of releases.
• Ensure releases meet quality standards and business requirements before deployment.
• Monitor the performance of release activities across the full release lifecycle (planning, development, testing, deployment).
• Conduct post-release reviews and implement lessons learned to improve future release processes.
• Develop and improve release policies, processes, and templates and continuously refine release policies, processes, templates, and automation tools to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Define, measure, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for the release process, that include but limited to:
• Number of releases per period (weekly/monthly/quarterly).
• Release success rate and failure rate.
• Average lead time per release phase (planning, development, QA/testing, deployment).
• Percentage of delayed releases and reasons for delays (e.g., planning, development, QA bottlenecks).
• Rollback frequency and causes.
• Change-related incidents post-release
• Analyse release performance data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement across the release phases.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing corrective actions and process enhancements based on KPI results and feedback.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering , information technology, or related field is a minimum
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, and release processes.
• Experience with SAP systems, enterprise applications, and system integrations.
• Familiarity with release/change management systems such as Jira.
• Scrum Master certificate is a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Information Technology

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobs via eFinancialCareers by 2x

Get notified about new Release Manager jobs in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia .

Technical Project Manager - Cybersecurity Deputy Program Manager (Deputy Chief of Party) Program Manager - Sales & Operations Planning, Supply Chain Senior Project Manager - Design (Road & Transport Engineer) Fitch Learning | Program Manager - Corporate Solutions - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Security Program Manager, Data Center Security, DCC Communities Security Program Manager, Data Center Security, DCC Communities Senior Manager - Design & Delivery (Leasing) - (COR 225) Business Analyst - Digital Products - Saudi National - 1-Year Engagement Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Linux Kernel Senior Manager - Delivery - Hospitality (RES8)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

At Roland Berger, you will have your finger on the pulse of innovation. We offer a career with fascinating projects in an inspiring atmosphere. You will be actively involved from day one and craft creative strategies and business models for our clients. To help you grow, we have a vested interest in your development and commit to active mentoring, training, and sponsored MBA programs.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement tailored strategies and business models in a dynamic international project environment and support our clients to master their challenges.
2. Assist on one or more project modules.
3. Directly interact with senior consultants and Project Managers on the team to solve business issues and client needs.
4. Assist the team with their business requirements. In cooperation with clients, develop and implement innovative solutions and business models concerning the entire value chain.
5. Develop market strategies, accompany the team in post-merger situations, optimize organizational structures, and support performance improvement programs.
6. Be a key pillar in our organization and important interface to our team, while being involved in one or more small projects, assisting module teams with clients and colleagues alike.
7. Work with public and private sector clients across the region, workforces, and senior stakeholder groups.
8. Finalize and present deliverables to the team.
9. Retain excellent working relationships with our current colleagues to ensure that project scope is met, bringing steady and constant quality in all outputs.
10. Architect business strategies with recommendations for design and implementation.
11. Develop operating models and associated organizational capabilities to design and deliver value.

Qualifications

1. Excellent academic record.
2. Relevant practical and international experience.
3. Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
4. Entrepreneurial spirit and a winning personality.
5. Fluency in English and Arabic.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Join to apply for the Project Manager, Consulting role at Jobs via eFinancialCareers

Join to apply for the Project Manager, Consulting role at Jobs via eFinancialCareers

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project & Delivery Manager with a specialized focus on the successful implementation and deployment of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading project through all phases of the implementation lifecycle - from initial discovery and requirements gathering, through solution design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live. This role demands a blend of strong project management acumen, deep technical understanding of Primavera products, and exceptional client relationship management skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, value-driven solutions that meet client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementation Project Leadership: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for implementation projects. Proactively manage client expectations and address any concerns.
• Requirements Gathering & Solution Design: Conduct detailed workshops and interviews to gather client business requirements. Translate these requirements into effective and efficient solution designs leveraging Primavera P6 and Unifier functionalities, including module configuration, business process workflows, forms, and reports.
• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage diverse project teams, including functional consultants, technical consultants, and developers. Foster a collaborative environment and ensure team members are aligned with project goals.
• Configuration & Customization Oversight: Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of Primavera P6 and Unifier solutions, ensuring they align with approved designs and client specifications.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Define and execute comprehensive testing strategies (unit, system, integration, UAT) to ensure the implemented solution is robust, stable, and meets all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Training & User Adoption: Develop and deliver effective training programs for client end-users and administrators to ensure successful adoption and utilization of the implemented Primavera systems.
• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Implement robust change management processes for scope variations, ensuring clear communication and impact assessment.
• Project Controls & Reporting: Implement rigorous project controls, track project progress, manage budgets, and provide regular, transparent status reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.
• Go-Live & Post-Implementation Support: Manage smooth go-live transitions and oversee initial post-implementation support, ensuring client satisfaction and system stability.
• Best Practices & Continuous Improvement: Promote and enforce industry best practices for project management and Primavera implementation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal methodologies and service offerings.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT/software project management, with a strong focus on enterprise application implementations.
• Minimum 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience leading and delivering Oracle Primavera P6 and/or Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation projects. (Experience with both is highly preferred).
• Deep functional and technical understanding of Oracle Primavera P6 capabilities (scheduling, resource management, reporting).
• Extensive experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier, including in-depth knowledge of configuring various modules such as Cost Controls, Document Manager, Project Controls, Business Process Management (BPM) workflows, Forms, and Reports (BI Publisher).
• Proven ability to manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) or implementation lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and earned value management principles.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional project teams effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and thrive in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant project management certifications (e.g., Prince2, SAFe).
• Oracle Primavera Unifier certification(s) for implementation specialists.
• Experience with integrations between Primavera products and other enterprise systems (e.g., SAP application, financial systems).
• Familiarity with database concepts and SQL.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobs via eFinancialCareers by 2x

Get notified about new Consulting Project Manager jobs in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia .

PMO Consultant ( Saudi National ) On-Site - Octopus by RTG Fitch Learning | Program Manager - Corporate Solutions - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Senior Project Manager - Design (Road & Transport Engineer) Program Manager - Sales & Operations Planning, Supply Chain SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) Project Manager Deputy Program Manager (Deputy Chief of Party) SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) Project Manager

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 13 hours ago

SAP Plant Maintenance PM Consultant Arabic Speaker SAP Plant Maintenance PM Consultant Arabic Speaker Senior Manager - Design & Delivery (Leasing) - (COR 225) Senior Manager - Technology Consulting - Insurance - Riyadh - KSA Security Program Manager, Data Center Security, DCC Communities Security Program Manager, Data Center Security, DCC Communities

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr