432 Program Management jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced PMO Head to lead the Project Management Office of our Elevator Product Design Center in KSA. In this role, you will oversee the R&D Project Management function, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of development projects. Your strategic vision and leadership will drive efficiency and result achievement in cross-functional Project Management, fostering a collaborative environment.

• Leads the R&D Project Management Function and Project Management Team in KSA, which includes the ownership of the R&D Project Portfolio, ensuring alignment of projects with business needs, and driving clarity, transparency, and feasibility of scope, schedule, resources, and budget. Sets the structure to proactively identify, evaluate, manage and communicate project and portfolio risks.
• Ensures the right Project Management Capacity and Skills to lead cross-functionally without formal authority on the projects in the portfolio. Leads, coaches and develops the Project Management Team.
• Owns and ensures continuous improvement of the Standard Product Development Process (SPDP) and Project Development Governance, in collaboration with the cross-functional leading team.
• Defines KPIs and reports/communicates the Project and Project Portfolio performance to all impacted stakeholders, with particular focus to the Executive level.
• Ensures administration and continuous improvement of the Project and Project Portfolio Management tool.
• Supports the Head of R&D to implement R&D strategy by supporting scoping/planning and then managing the project management for Transformation initiatives.

• Experience: minimum 10 years’ experience in PMO, Program Management and/or Project Management roles, preferably within the R&D or Product Development sectors.
• Proven experience in leading/managing small teams, preferably in Project Management.
• International experience and cultural awareness with various business environments; knowledge of KSA and/or Middle East environments is valuable.
• Ability to lead initiatives without authority in a matrix organization: create plans, drive alignment across functions and hierarchy levels, and monitor implementation.
• Able to identify and resolve conflicts; ability to build strong working relationships with management and all project stakeholders from Executives to Project Team Members.
• Strong personality to influence others. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to tailor reports and communications for the Executive level.
• Advanced Degree such as Master’s in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Project Management Certification: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Good knowledge of R&D processes and tools
• Industry knowledge: experience in the elevator or related industry.
• Change management and greenfield experience: change management and new organization setup.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and integrate new technologies into project management practices.
• Additional languages: proficiency in Arabic or other relevant languages.
• Experience with New Product Launch/Gated Process
• Ability to operate in a matrix environment with global and local teams.

• Ability to travel internationally (up to 30%).
• Role includes a mix of office, manufacturing site, and field environment interactions.

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• Full-time

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Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Executive Advisor – Program Management to join our team! In this role you will get to advise and consult on a series of major programs in Saudi Arabia.

The Executive Advisor shall provide oversight, monitoring, and strategy and delivery advice for program management programs in the Kingdom that will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Working closely with our client to provide high-level advice on development and delivery of projects across all functions.
• Reviewing program management strategies and development/delivery plans.
• Provide insights into program and project efficiency across all project stages and supply chains.
• Provide support in understanding how interaction with all stakeholders, especially relevant authorities, is being managed and can be improved.
• Be part of a high-level group working closely with the client to improve development and delivery performance and have a positive impact on project finances. This will include project reviews and follow-ups to recommended improvements.
• Will be responsible for preparing executive presentations for our client, detailing strategic, project, and business plan opportunities, setting out findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

• Part of a team reviewing and analyzing company, program, and project performance, systems, and processes.
• Working closely with the client team to review program and project performance.
• Using your superior SME knowledge to pinpoint root causes and recommend solutions for development and delivery improvements across all program and project functions.
• Analyzing high-level project financial performance and advising on improvements.
• Part of a team collating and reviewing company, program, and project information.
• Visiting sites and company offices to meet with the company, development, and delivery staff to review program and project delivery and performance.
• Part of a team analyzing company, program, and project specifics, leading to observations, findings, and recommendations for improvement.
• Part of the team following up on the successful close-out of agreed recommendations.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including submissions and presentations to C-suite level.
• Ability to lead/coordinate small, high-level SME teams.
• Proven stakeholder management skills to C-suite and national representation levels.
• Proven record of accomplishment as a successful Executive in Program Management Projects.
• 20+ years of experience in the industry.
• Experience in Collaborative Project Management or Delivery Partnerships.
• Advanced negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• University bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar field required.
• Project Management or Construction Management certification or registration.

• University MSc level degree desirable.
• GCC experience very desirable.

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Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate shall be responsible for setting a plan to manage a large technical security C4I project. To achieve this goal, the candidate is expected to carry out the following activities:

1. Implement project management processes, procedures, tools, and the skill level of the resources, compare them against industry standards, identify the gaps, and brief the senior management on the findings.
2. Develop a plan to streamline the project management processes and procedures, enhance the project management tools, and improve the skill level of the project management personnel.
3. Control the project using Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Earned Value Management, and Project Control Methods that incorporate tracking by use of Microsoft Projects or Primavera.
4. Present the plans to the senior management and get approval to proceed.
5. Implement the approved plan using a team of project resources; such a team or multiple sub-teams are expected to be part of the plan. The candidate shall act as the Project Manager for implementing the plan. At a minimum the team/sub-teams are expected to carry out the following activities:
1. Streamline project management processes and procedures ensuring appropriate participation of all stakeholders; recommend organization restructuring if necessary.
2. Ensure appropriate Project Management tools are available or recommend procurement of appropriate tools if the current tools are not adequate.
3. Develop a detailed plan to enhance project management skills of the project management personnel. The plan shall primarily consist of training for the assigned personnel. The training may include in-house training, outside (in-Kingdom or abroad) training including Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from Project Management Institute (PMI).
6. Brief senior management on successful completion of the plan.
7. Develop a mechanism to evaluate and assist the Project Management Personnel to solidify their skills. The candidate shall evaluate/assist in the following activities, which are to be carried out by the Project Management Personnel - this is not an exhaustive list:
1. Review of Statement of Work from Project management perspective with focus on impact analysis, acceptance criteria, etc.
2. Review and approval of the project plan submitted by vendor/contractor with particular emphasis on dependencies and risk analysis.
3. Monitoring the progress against the project plan, identifying the potential and actual issues and risks, and taking corrective action.
4. Ensuring the vendor meets the acceptance criteria and achieving stakeholder acceptance of the product.
5. Holding regular meetings with the vendor/contractor, keeping the management up to date on the project progress, and ensuring all stakeholders are properly engaged at an appropriate level.
6. Generating/maintaining project management related documentation.

Qualifications
The candidate shall have a minimum of Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Electrical, Electronics, Communications, or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. He must be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) from Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalent. He must be proficient in the use of desktop applications in general and in MS Project or other Project Management Tools in particular. He must have excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience
1. The candidate shall have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience as Project Manager/Program Manager in deploying C4I Systems, Security Operations Centers, Telecom Networks, and major IT systems/applications.
2. The candidate shall have experience in developing and maintaining detailed project plans or reviewing and approving the project plans submitted by vendor/contractor.
3. The candidate must have experience in managing multiple projects. The experience must include coordination, scheduling, assigning, follow up, and monitoring project activities.
4. The candidate must have experience in project management methodologies in general and PMI Project Management Methodology in particular.
5. The experience must include developing training course materials, conducting On-the-Job Training (OJT), and imparting formal and informal training.
6. The candidate must have experience in developing project management reports for the management or the project sponsor.
7. The candidate shall have experience in managing project deliverables in line with the project plan, recording and managing project issues, and escalating the issues where necessary.
8. Experience in developing and implementing a plan to enhance Project Management capability of an organization is highly desirable.
9. Military background or Security experience is a plus.

Information Technology and Services - Riyadh 11393, Saudi Arabia

General Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced PMO Head to lead the Project Management Office of our Elevator Product Design Center in KSA. In this role, you will oversee the R&D Project Management function, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of development projects. Your strategic vision and leadership will drive efficiency and result achievement in cross-functional Project Management, fostering a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the R&D Project Management Function and Project Management Team in KSA, what includes:
• Owns the R&D Project Portfolio, ensuring alignment of the projects with the business needs and driving clarity, transparency and feasibility of the scope, schedule, resources, budget. Sets the structure to proactively identify, evaluate, manage and communicate the project and portfolio risks, laying out
• Ensures the right Project Management Capacity and Skills to lead cross-functionally without formal authority the projects in the portfolio. Leads, coaches and develops the Project Management Team.
• Owns and ensures continuous improvement of the Standard Product Development Process (SPDP) and Project Development Governance, in collaboration with the cross-functional leading team.
• Defines KPIs and reports/communicates the Project and Project Portfolio performance to all impacted stakeholders (particular focus to the Executive level).
• Ensures Administration and Continuous improvement of the Project and Project Portfolio Management tool
• Supports the Head of R&D to get R&D strategy implemented, by supporting the scoping/planning and then taking care of the project management for Transformation

Required Qualifications/ Profile:

• Experience: minimum 10 years' experience in Project Management Office (PMO), Program Management and/ or Project Management roles, preferably within the R&D or Product Development sectors.
• Proven experience in leading/managing small teams, preferably in Project Management area.
• International experience and cultural awareness with a variety of business and cultural environments, particularly valuable knowledge and experience on KSA and/or Middle East environment.
• Ability to lead initiatives without authority in a matrix organization: create plans, drive alignment across functions and hierarchy levels and monitor implementation.
• Able to identify and resolve conflicts. Ability to build strong good working relationships with management and all project stakeholders from Executives down to the Project Team Member level.
• Strong personality to be able to convince people.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to tailor reports and communications for the Executive level.
• Advanced Degrees such as Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Project Management Certification: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications/Profile:

• Good knowledge of R&D processes and tools
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in the elevator or related industry.
• Change Management and Green Field: Experience in change management and new organization setup.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and integrate new technologies into project management practices.
• Additional Languages: Proficiency in Arabic or other relevant languages.
• Experience New Product Launch/Gated Process;
• Customer / Supplier Relationship experience;
• Communication Skills in global/local a matrix;

Work Environment and Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel internationally (up to 30%).
• Role includes a mix of office, manufacturing site, and field environment interactions.

Job Description:

The
PMO Project Coordinator
supports project planning, monitoring, and documentation. Responsibilities include preparing schedules, organizing meetings, facilitating communication, and providing administrative support to project and program managers. The role also involves basic financial tracking, reporting, and identifying simple risks for escalation.

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of
  5 years of experience in project coordination or management within information technology or business administration.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to
  prepare, maintain, and execute detailed project plans and schedules.
• Proficiency in
  facilitating and coordinating meetings, workshops, and documentation processes
  with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong ability to monitor project progress, follow up on daily tasks, and effectively document outcomes and issues.
• Experience in assisting project managers in a supportive role, including budget tracking and coordination between teams or suppliers.
• Proficient in identifying and documenting basic project risks and communicating them effectively to project management.
• Knowledge of financial tracking, including monitoring expenses
  and contributing to budget preparations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of fostering relationships at all organizational levels.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software to enhance productivity and project tracking.

Job Responsibilities:

• Planning and Organization

By Assisting in the preparation of project plans and schedules, Coordinating meetings, workshops, and presentations & documents.

• Monitoring and Execution:

Following up on daily tasks, Checking work progress& documenting, Coordinating with members /parties (internal & external) and facilitating communication.

• Supporting the Project & Program Manager:

Assisting project manager in coordinating between teams or suppliers, Providing administrative support such as scheduling and budget tracking, Alerting manager to delays or issues that may impact the project

• Financial Tracking (if required):

Monitoring project expenses and preparing basic financial reports, Assisting in preparing/updating project budgets.

• Risk Management (basic level):

By Identifying simple risks that may affect the project, and reporting them to project manager for appropriate action

Required Skills:

• Monitoring & Execution
• Communication & Reporting
• Supporting the Project & Program Manager
• Financial Tracking
• Risk Management (basic level)

Job Details

Description
For nearly 25 years, Archer has been a pioneer and a trusted global leader in delivering comprehensive compliance and risk management solutions to empower organizations to effectively navigate risks, ensure compliance, and achieve their business objectives. Our innovative GRC solutions are designed to provide companies with a clear, unified perspective on their risk landscape and enable data-driven decision-making and strategic planning. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as AI and risk quantification, we equip our clients to anticipate, adapt to, and overcome challenges in today's rapidly evolving market. At Archer, we don't just help organizations manage risk — we help our clients transform risk into a strategic advantage and turn uncertainty into opportunity. Learn more at

General Summary

The Senior/Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of billable, pre-packaged and customized services for ArcherIRM (Archer) engagements. This role manages the full project lifecycle—from internal kickoff to customer handover—of medium to high-complexity GRC implementation projects.

You will be the central point of contact for stakeholders including customers, partners, and internal Archer teams, ensuring alignment, timely delivery, and high customer satisfaction. Working under the guidance of a Program Delivery Lead or Professional Services Manager, you will oversee planning, execution, risk management, and team coordination.

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Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership:

Serve as the single point of contact for all aspects of the engagement. Foster seamless communication across sales, delivery teams, and the customer to ensure alignment and transparency.

• Planning & Execution:

Develop and manage project plans that reflect Archer's role in delivering the scoped solution. Execute based on the Statement of Work (SOW), customer requirements, and approved services proposal.

• Risk & Issue Management:

Identify, assess, and manage project risks proactively. Take corrective actions to address and mitigate risks or issues impacting project delivery.

• Resource & Quality Management:

Oversee day-to-day project activities. Coordinate Archer and partner resources, monitor work progress, conduct quality reviews, and escalate issues when necessary.

• Stakeholder Communication:

Provide timely updates to internal and external stakeholders on project status, timelines, risks, and budget performance.

• Methodology & Process Compliance:

Ensure all projects follow Archer's project management methodology and stage-gate process. Contribute to continuous improvement by applying lessons learned and enhancing templates, tools, and best practices.

• Customer Satisfaction & Escalation Management:

Drive successful outcomes for the customer. Address escalations and change requests professionally and in line with Archer's processes.

• Collaboration with Sales:

Partner with Sales and Account Management to uncover and support account growth opportunities during and post-engagement.

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Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally in GRC professional services or enterprise software delivery.
• Proven experience in customer-facing roles within a professional services or consulting environment.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of GRC concepts and implementations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing partner-delivered services.

Languages

• Fluent in English and Arabic (required)

Archer is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Archer are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Archer will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All Archer employees are expected to support this policy and contribute to an environment of equal opportunity.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact talent- All employees must be legally authorized to work in Saudi Arabia or hold the required visa/permit. Archer and its approved consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Archer. Archer reserves the right to amend or withdraw any job posting at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

Overview

Senior Recruitment Manager at People Group Arabia. We are supporting a newly established PIF-backed subsidiary in Riyadh, focused on ambitious real estate development projects that will shape the future of the Kingdom. To drive the success of this transformative journey, we are seeking an experienced Senior PMO Manager .

The Role:

As Senior PMO Manager, you will play a critical role in establishing and structuring the PMO from the ground up, ensuring robust governance, reporting frameworks, and delivery excellence across multiple large-scale projects. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on a high-profile organisation during its formative stages.

• Establishing a best-in-class PMO framework and processes.
• Leading portfolio, programme, and project governance across complex initiatives.
• Partnering with senior leadership to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Driving project performance, risk management, and reporting standards.
• Mentoring and guiding teams to embed PMO best practices.

• Proven track record in PMO set-up and delivery , ideally within large-scale organisations.
• Background in consulting firms such as PwC, EY, Deloitte, or KPMG (or similar environments).
• Ability to navigate and thrive in fast-paced, transformational environments.
• Based in Riyadh (or open to relocation).

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to be part of a nation-shaping vision , working on pioneering projects with one of the most ambitious organisations in the world.

If you have the expertise and ambition to help build something extraordinary, we’d love to hear from you.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Strategy/Planning, Project Management, and Management
• Industries: Strategic Management Services, Real Estate, and Construction