Work Package Director

Description

The company is looking for a visionary Work Package Director to join the Project Administration and Supervision Consultancy Services (PASC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role will lead the PASC team in delivering a specialized logistics project, acting as the senior point of contact for the client and overseeing all aspects of project execution.

• Oversee the performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations and KPIs to guarantee the successful delivery of the project. Serve as a senior team member and leader, maintaining direct communication with key Client stakeholders.
• Act as a shared resource within the core management team across the PMC program.
• Assume overall responsibility for the successful delivery and completion of the project.
• Represent the Client with full delegated authority.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of consultants and contractors, supported by the PMC team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for public agencies, corporations, government officials, and stakeholders.
• Provide timely, insightful advice and regular progress updates to the Client’s portfolio team.
• Lead, motivate, and guide the PMC team, ensuring effective collaboration and high performance.
• Proactively communicate and share relevant information with the Client, design teams, external stakeholders, and others, as necessary.
• Monitor audits to ensure they are thorough and that the supply chain meets contractual requirements, delivering projects on schedule.
• Identify and resolve issues promptly that could impact the project’s timeline, budget, quality, safety, or the Client’s reputation.
• Ensure optimal allocation and utilization of PMC team resources for the best possible project outcomes.
• Drive initiatives aimed at achieving cost savings and operational efficiencies in the procurement process.
• Safeguard the PMC team's commercial interests and ensure effective management of financial and contractual matters.
• Oversee the change management process and foster innovation initiatives to improve project outcomes.
• Develop, monitor, and update the project schedule, ensuring milestones are met.
• Provide regular progress reports (weekly/monthly or as required) to the Client.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive communication plan to ensure effective information flow and day-to-day coordination across all teams and stakeholders.
• Take a leadership role in managing project risks related to program, cost, and quality, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
• Resolve conflicts swiftly to minimize any negative impact on the project’s progress.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical or Civil engineering, and possess at least 20 years of experience in urban planning and infrastructure, including a minimum of ten years in a managerial position. Proven leadership, strong design and supervision capabilities, strategic thinking, and familiarity with local regulations are required, along with excellent client‑facing, presentation and report‑writing skills and an entrepreneurial outlook.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance