Assistant Manager Projects

About the Role

Olayan Financing Company is seeking an Assistant Manager Projects to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves supporting the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of real estate development projects across the organization's portfolio. The position requires 5-10 years of experience.

Role Purpose and Coordination

The Assistant Manager Projects coordinates consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality, safety, regulatory, and governance requirements. The role also contributes to project reporting, risk management, procurement support, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project performance and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project execution in line with approved plans and schedules.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and handover activities.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and milestones.
• Coordinate project meetings and follow up on action items.
• Support consultant and contractor performance management.
• Assist with tender evaluations, contract administration, and technical reviews.
• Assist in developing project plans, schedules, and milestones.
• Monitor project KPIs, budgets, and risks; identify issues and recommend mitigation actions.

Stakeholder Management and Reporting

• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Liaise with internal departments to support project delivery.
• Facilitate regulatory approvals and permit coordination.
• Maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Prepare project status reports and dashboards.
• Report on project performance, risks, and issues, escalating critical matters with recommendations.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate project documentation and records, ensuring information is current and properly filed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and contracts.
• Monitor quality, HSE, and risk management requirements.
• Support project governance and compliance activities.
• Recommend improvements to project management processes and tools.
• Support implementation of best practices and lessons learned.
• Contribute to efficiency and digital transformation initiatives.

Experience Required

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in project management, specifically within real estate development.