19 Innovation Manager jobs in Saudi Arabia

JASARA Program Management Company, a joint venture between Public Investment Fund (PIF), Jacobs, and Saudi Aramco, is seeking an Innovation & VE Manager to join their team for one of the GIGA projects they are working on. As a leader in delivering social infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia, JASARA is committed to providing a solutions-based approach to deliver on the promise of Vision 2030. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing innovative approaches to enable continuous improvement and value engineering across the organization. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successful innovation and value management in the civil engineering industry.

• Develop and implement value engineering initiatives to streamline design, construction, and supply chain processes.
• Collaborate and coordinate with engineering, design, and construction teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative solutions for asset design and construction and improve overall project value.
• Analyze existing designs and construction processes to identify areas for improvement. Develop best practice solutions and lessons learned.
• Provide direction and expertise to value engineering activities across XCS & XDS for specific strategic requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to XCS & XDS teams on value engineering best practices and techniques.
• Work cross-functionally to achieve optimal value management and engineering and innovation results, e.g. work with procurement and supply chain teams to identify cost-effective materials and suppliers that are also resource-efficient.
• Conduct regular reviews of projects to assess the effectiveness of value engineering strategies and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in the review of project designs and construction plans to ensure that they meet quality and value standards.
• Monitor project progress to ensure that value engineering initiatives are being implemented effectively.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate project value engineering strategies and results.
• Maintain awareness or seek opportunities to implement systems and technologies relative to the function.
• Coordinate activities with numerous functions across XCS and QIC corporate, along with XDS.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field. Related MSc degree is desirable.
• 10+ years of experience in value engineering, construction management, or related field, including managing teams of significant size and technical support personnel.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing value engineering strategies that promote innovation and efficiency.

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A product manager in an incubator setting is a challenging and dynamic role that commands the development and delivery of innovative products in a high-energy, resource-bound environment.

The primary objective of this role is to design, develop, and launch groundbreaking products from concept to market by leveraging market research, user experience design, and entrepreneurial thinking. To succeed, a product manager must swiftly adapt to changing priorities, manage projects efficiently, and work collaboratively with various teams.

• Conduct extensive market research to understand current trends and customer needs
• Lead product development projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Design user experience keeping in mind the needs and desires of the customer
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective and smooth product development
• Continuously adapt and prioritize tasks based on rapidly changing market trends
• Apply entrepreneurial thinking to deliver innovative and valuable products
• Manage the product lifecycle efficiently from inception to launch
• Work in a resource-constrained, fast-paced environment, making optimal use of limited resources

• Proven experience in product development and project management
• Strong skills in market research and user experience design
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• High degree of adaptability to changing market trends and project priorities
• Entrepreneurial thinking and ability to innovate
• In-depth understanding of product lifecycle management
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Product Management and Marketing

• Technology, Information and Internet

JASARA Program Management Company is seeking an Innovation and Digital Delivery Manager to join our forward-thinking team. This role is dedicated to enhancing project delivery through innovative digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the industry while effectively meeting the needs of our clients.

• Evaluate and implement innovative digital solutions to enhance project delivery and overall operational efficiency.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external partners to develop and refine digital strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Lead projects focused on digital transformation, ensuring successful adoption and integration of new technologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their potential impact on project delivery.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of innovation and digital literacy within the organization.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related
• disciplines.,
• Minimum 15 years’ of overall professional experience in Design or Construction from a design discipline background with at least 5 years’ experience in digital delivery management and BIM Implementation on complex infrastructure and mixed-use urban projects.,
• Current or past experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in digital delivery management, with a focus on BIM, Common Data Environment (CDE), GIS implementation, digital twin utilization, and coordination.,
• Proficient in a range of industry standards BIM authoring and proprietary software applications such as: Revit, Civil 3D, AECOSIM, Navisworks, Rhino 3D, VICO, Cost X, Synchro, BIMTrack, or other similar applications and digital tools.
• Proven experience in VDC/BIM management and implementation for complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of BIM software (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Navisworks), CAD software, and GIS platforms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BIM certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional).
• Experience with digital twin technology and implementation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2).

JASARA Program Management Company is seeking an Innovation and Digital Delivery Manager to join our forward-thinking team. This role is dedicated to enhancing project delivery through innovative digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the industry while effectively meeting the needs of our clients.

• Evaluate and implement innovative digital solutions to enhance project delivery and overall operational efficiency.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external partners to develop and refine digital strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Lead projects focused on digital transformation, ensuring successful adoption and integration of new technologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their potential impact on project delivery.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of innovation and digital literacy within the organization.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Manager will lead the design, delivery, and management of a comprehensive suite of innovation and entrepreneurship programs within a university campus environment. The role will focus on fostering a culture of innovation among students and professors , serving as a catalyst for startup creation, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurial mindset development. Key initiatives include bootcamps, hackathons, meetups, venture builder programs, incubators, accelerators, and investment demo days.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Delivery

Design and implement dynamic, experiential learning programs tailored to university students and faculty, including startup bootcamps, hackathons, idea labs, and meetups.

Deliver venture builder initiatives and commercialization tracks that help academic research and student ideas become market-ready ventures.

Launch and manage incubation and acceleration programs that provide mentorship, workspace, technical support, and access to funding.

Strategic Leadership

Develop the Center s strategic roadmap in alignment with the university s innovation and entrepreneurship vision.

Drive a university-wide innovation agenda by integrating programs with academic departments and student affairs.

Stay informed on global innovation trends and embed best practices into program offerings.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build collaborative relationships with faculty members to co-create academic-industry innovation pipelines.

Engage students, researchers, and staff through targeted outreach and inclusive program design.

Develop partnerships with government entities, corporates, investors, and entrepreneurial support organizations.

Campus Integration

Position the Center as a core hub within the university, aligning with the academic calendar, student clubs, research labs, and technology transfer offices.

Coordinate with campus departments to ensure programs complement curricular and extracurricular initiatives.

Operations & Team Management

Manage the Center s team, operations, and physical space within the university campus.

Oversee budgeting, procurement, vendor management, and reporting for all Center activities.

Monitor impact metrics related to student/faculty engagement, startup creation, investment readiness, and employment outcomes.

Provide mentorship and advisory to student- and faculty-led startups.

Organize investment demo days and pitch competitions connecting university ventures with local and regional investors.

Develop alumni networks and offer ongoing support for graduates of the Center s programs.

Strategic thinking and leadership in a university context

Passion for education, youth empowerment, and innovation

Program design and management

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills

Relationship-building with academic, public, and private sector stakeholders

Data-driven decision making and reporting

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Innovation, Engineering, Education, or related fields (Master s preferred).

5 7 years of experience in managing innovation hubs, entrepreneurship programs, or startup ecosystems, ideally within an educational setting.

Demonstrated experience working with youth or academic communities is highly preferred.

Deep knowledge of innovation tools (Design Thinking, Lean Startup, Agile), startup development, and funding landscapes.

Proven track record in managing accelerator programs, incubators, or startup support initiatives.

Others:

• Flexibility to accommodate after-hours commitments as needed.
• Willingness to work on weekends when necessary.
• Flexibility to travel as needed.

Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

• Corporate Planning
• Consulting
• M&A

Keywords

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Bachelor of Technology/Engineering, Bachelor of Architecture(Architecture)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

JASARA Program Management Company is seeking an Innovation and Digital Delivery Manager to join our forward-thinking team. This role is dedicated to enhancing project delivery through innovative digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the industry while effectively meeting the needs of our clients.

JASARA Program Management Company is seeking an Innovation and Digital Delivery Manager to join our forward-thinking team. This role is dedicated to enhancing project delivery through innovative digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the industry while effectively meeting the needs of our clients.

• Evaluate and implement innovative digital solutions to enhance project delivery and overall operational efficiency.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external partners to develop and refine digital strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Lead projects focused on digital transformation, ensuring successful adoption and integration of new technologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their potential impact on project delivery.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of innovation and digital literacy within the organization.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related
• Minimum 15 years of overall professional experience in Design or Construction from a design discipline background with at least 5 years experience in digital delivery management and BIM Implementation on complex infrastructure and mixed-use urban projects.,
• Current or past experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in digital delivery management, with a focus on BIM, Common Data Environment (CDE), GIS implementation, digital twin utilization, and coordination.,
• Proficient in a range of industry standards BIM authoring and proprietary software applications such as: Revit, Civil 3D, AECOSIM, Navisworks, Rhino 3D, VICO, Cost X, Synchro, BIMTrack, or other similar applications and digital tools.
• Proven experience in VDC/BIM management and implementation for complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of BIM software (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Navisworks), CAD software, and GIS platforms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BIM certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional).
• Experience with digital twin technology and implementation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2).

Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

• Innovation And Digital Delivery Manager

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JASARA Program Management Company is seeking an Innovation and Digital Delivery Manager to join our forward-thinking team. This role is dedicated to enhancing project delivery through innovative digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the industry while effectively meeting the needs of our clients.

• Evaluate and implement innovative digital solutions to enhance project delivery and overall operational efficiency.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external partners to develop and refine digital strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Lead projects focused on digital transformation, ensuring successful adoption and integration of new technologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their potential impact on project delivery.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of innovation and digital literacy within the organization.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related
• disciplines.,
• Minimum 15 years’ of overall professional experience in Design or Construction from a design discipline background with at least 5 years’ experience in digital delivery management and BIM Implementation on complex infrastructure and mixed-use urban projects.,
• Current or past experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in digital delivery management, with a focus on BIM, Common Data Environment (CDE), GIS implementation, digital twin utilization, and coordination.,
• Proficient in a range of industry standards BIM authoring and proprietary software applications such as: Revit, Civil 3D, AECOSIM, Navisworks, Rhino 3D, VICO, Cost X, Synchro, BIMTrack, or other similar applications and digital tools.
• Proven experience in VDC/BIM management and implementation for complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of BIM software (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Navisworks), CAD software, and GIS platforms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BIM certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional).
• Experience with digital twin technology and implementation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2).

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Manager will lead the design, delivery, and management of a comprehensive suite of innovation and entrepreneurship programs within a university campus environment. The role will focus on fostering a culture of innovation among students and professors , serving as a catalyst for startup creation, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurial mindset development. Key initiatives include bootcamps, hackathons, meetups, venture builder programs, incubators, accelerators, and investment demo days.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Delivery

Design and implement dynamic, experiential learning programs tailored to university students and faculty, including startup bootcamps, hackathons, idea labs, and meetups.

Deliver venture builder initiatives and commercialization tracks that help academic research and student ideas become market-ready ventures.

Launch and manage incubation and acceleration programs that provide mentorship, workspace, technical support, and access to funding.

Strategic Leadership

Develop the Center s strategic roadmap in alignment with the university s innovation and entrepreneurship vision.

Drive a university-wide innovation agenda by integrating programs with academic departments and student affairs.

Stay informed on global innovation trends and embed best practices into program offerings.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build collaborative relationships with faculty members to co-create academic-industry innovation pipelines.

Engage students, researchers, and staff through targeted outreach and inclusive program design.

Develop partnerships with government entities, corporates, investors, and entrepreneurial support organizations.

Campus Integration

Position the Center as a core hub within the university, aligning with the academic calendar, student clubs, research labs, and technology transfer offices.

Coordinate with campus departments to ensure programs complement curricular and extracurricular initiatives.

Operations & Team Management

Manage the Center s team, operations, and physical space within the university campus.

Oversee budgeting, procurement, vendor management, and reporting for all Center activities.

Monitor impact metrics related to student/faculty engagement, startup creation, investment readiness, and employment outcomes.

Provide mentorship and advisory to student- and faculty-led startups.

Organize investment demo days and pitch competitions connecting university ventures with local and regional investors.

Develop alumni networks and offer ongoing support for graduates of the Center s programs.

Strategic thinking and leadership in a university context

Passion for education, youth empowerment, and innovation

Program design and management

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills

Relationship-building with academic, public, and private sector stakeholders

Data-driven decision making and reporting

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Innovation, Engineering, Education, or related fields (Master s preferred).

5 7 years of experience in managing innovation hubs, entrepreneurship programs, or startup ecosystems, ideally within an educational setting.

Demonstrated experience working with youth or academic communities is highly preferred.

Deep knowledge of innovation tools (Design Thinking, Lean Startup, Agile), startup development, and funding landscapes.

Proven track record in managing accelerator programs, incubators, or startup support initiatives.

Others:

• Flexibility to accommodate after-hours commitments as needed.
• Willingness to work on weekends when necessary.
• Flexibility to travel as needed.

Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

• Corporate Planning
• Consulting
• M&A