HSE Project Director📣 إعلان

About the Role: HSE Project Director

UCC Holding is seeking an experienced HSE Project Director to lead the Health, Safety, and Environmental strategy for large-scale 5-star hotel construction projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is critical for ensuring full compliance with local regulations, international HSE standards, and client requirements, while fostering a strong safety culture across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-wide HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Lead HSE teams across multiple luxury hotel construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, and client HSE standards.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Establish and manage emergency response and crisis management plans.
• Monitor HSE performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and recommend continuous improvements.
• Coordinate effectively with project directors, consultants, clients, and regulatory authorities on all HSE matters.
• Deliver HSE training, awareness campaigns, and behavioral safety programs.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with all HSE requirements and contractual obligations.
• Prepare executive HSE reports for senior management and clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6/7 in Occupational Health & Safety.
• 18–20+ years of progressive HSE experience within major EPC or construction companies.
• A minimum of 10 years in a senior HSE leadership role, specifically managing large hospitality or mega construction projects.
• Proven experience in delivering 5-star hotel, mixed-use, or luxury hospitality developments.

Technical Expertise and Skills

Candidates must possess strong knowledge of Saudi regulations, international HSE standards, and ISO management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001). The role requires excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills to effectively guide teams and collaborate with various project parties.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with projects valued above SAR 1 billion.
• Previous work with leading international contractors or developers.
• Strong client-facing experience, particularly with luxury hospitality developments such as Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Marriott, Hilton, Fairmont, or similar high-end hotel projects.

Location and Employment Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We invite qualified candidates to apply.