Associate Project Manager - Fit Out

About the Role

In this position you will oversee the full lifecycle of fit‑out projects, manage client relationships, lead and mentor project and site teams, control budgets and procurement, ensure compliance with regulations and ESG standards, report progress to senior leadership and support business‑development initiatives. • Oversee full lifecycle of fit‑out projects from concept to handover, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline targets are met. • Serve as primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction. • Lead and mentor project managers and site teams, fostering a high‑performance culture. • Manage project budgets, procurement strategies, and contract negotiations to optimize value and mitigate risk. • Ensure all works comply with local regulations, international standards, and ESG requirements. • Provide regular updates to senior leadership, including progress reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations. • Support growth initiatives by identifying new opportunities, contributing to proposals, and enhancing client portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸fit-out
• ▸budget control
• ▸procurement
• ▸compliance
• ▸reporting
• ▸client liaison

What You Bring

We are seeking an Associate of Fit‑Out Project Management to lead high‑profile commercial, hospitality and mixed‑use interior fit‑out projects across Saudi Arabia. The role requires strategic planning, client engagement and delivery excellence, combining technical expertise, leadership acumen and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate demonstrates strategic thinking, strong leadership, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, solid financial acumen, adaptability in fast‑paced environments, and a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture or a related field (master’s preferred), 10‑15 years of progressive design experience in the construction industry, and professional licensure such as NCIDQ, LEED AP or PMP. The role is based on‑site in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. • Strategic thinking and decision‑making. • Strong leadership and team management. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Financial acumen and commercial awareness. • Adaptability in fast‑paced environments.

Requirements

• ▸strategic
• ▸leadership
• ▸ncidq
• ▸leed ap
• ▸pmp
• ▸10‑15 yrs

Benefits

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Work Environment

Onsite