Industrial Automation Project Manager Great Opportunity for Saudi Nationals

About the Role

Siemens Digital Industries is seeking an Industrial Automation Project Manager to join their team in Al Khobar, Eastern region. This full-time role involves leading end-to-end project lifecycles within automation and digitalization, supporting customers in discrete and process industries. The position requires a professional with over 10 years of experience in large EPC projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation through commissioning and handover.
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project schedules, work breakdown structures (WBS), and resource plans using Primavera (P6) and Microsoft Project.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and implement corrective actions.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, revenue recognition, and monitor profitability and financial KPIs.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with customer contract requirements, corporate EHS standards, and QA/QC standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and manage internal and external stakeholders.
• Support change order management, contract negotiations, claims, and claim defenses.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and prepare various project reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in large EPC projects.
• 8 years of professional experience in engineering and execution of contracts.
• 3 years of professional experience leading teams of more than 10 individuals.
• PMP certification or PM@Siemens certification.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Primavera (P6) and Microsoft Project software.
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to work effectively within combined client/contractor teams.
• In-depth knowledge of Industrial Automation applications, including DCS and SCADA systems.

Localization Commitment

Localization is a strategic priority for Siemens in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning with Vision 2030. Siemens encourages qualified Saudi national engineering professionals who meet the specified qualifications to apply for this role, demonstrating a commitment to developing local talent and building long-term engineering capabilities within the Kingdom.