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About the Role

Talent Blueprint FZ LLC is seeking a Tournament City Operations – Operations professional to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to the successful planning, coordination, and execution of city-level operational activities for a major international football tournament. The successful candidate will collaborate with operational leads, host city stakeholders, venues, and service providers to ensure all tournament operations are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards. The contract is for a fixed term, with an immediate start and an end date of March 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the effective implementation of city operational plans and tournament delivery requirements.
• Coordinate day-to-day operational activities across assigned functional areas to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor operational readiness actions diligently and maintain comprehensive tracking tools and reports.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of essential operational documentation, schedules, and important briefings.
• Support the coordination of meetings, workshops, and operational planning sessions to facilitate collaboration and progress.
• Liaise effectively with host city stakeholders, service providers, venues, and government agencies as directed by senior management.
• Support clear communication and efficient information sharing between tournament functional areas and external partners.
• Assist in coordinating operational requests and ensuring timely follow-up on all action items.
• Maintain accurate stakeholder records, contact lists, and essential operational documentation.
• Support the delivery of operational readiness exercises, simulations, and test events to ensure preparedness.
• Track action items arising from readiness activities and ensure their timely follow-up and resolution.
• Assist in monitoring operational preparedness against established milestones and objectives.
• Support operational activities during the tournament periods, ensuring smooth functioning.
• Monitor service delivery and promptly report any operational issues to senior operational teams.
• Assist in coordinating responses to operational incidents and disruptions to minimize impact.
• Provide essential administrative and logistical support to city operations teams.
• Maintain operational trackers, reports, and readiness dashboards to provide clear visibility.
• Compile accurate meeting minutes, action logs, and operational updates for record-keeping and communication.
• Support data collection and reporting requirements across all operational functions.
• Ensure all records and documentation are maintained accurately and efficiently for easy access and reference.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Sports Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in events, sports operations, project coordination, venue operations, or a similar field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale events or complex multi-stakeholder projects is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in sporting events or international tournaments is considered advantageous.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and coordination skills to manage complex operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and robust administrative capabilities.
• A proactive problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project tracking tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams.

Contract Details

This is a contract position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The contract duration is from the immediate start date until March 2027.

About the Role

SAP is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to leading digital transformation initiatives for customers, focusing on system integration, strategic planning, and technology implementation. The primary missions involve driving the "Clean Core" imperative and accelerating the adoption of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) by fostering innovation and efficiency. The Enterprise Architect will guide customers from the initial selection phase of their NorthStar Enterprise Architecture, through adoption (including Clean Core transformation), and into the realization phase, translating the architecture into SAP solutions and BTP services.

As a collective group of SAP Enterprise Architects, the team is committed to modernizing IT landscapes, simplifying systems, and reducing complexity and operational costs. The goal is to create a robust and agile infrastructure that supports evolving business needs. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of enterprise technology and contribute to sustainable digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a holistic enterprise architecture model that supports established enterprise goals.
• Orchestrate the creation of the NorthStar Enterprise Architecture.
• Guide customers through the adoption of Clean Core principles and transformation initiatives.
• Translate the NorthStar Enterprise Architecture into various SAP solutions, including BTP, to realize the Clean Core.
• Act as an advisor to customers, providing holistic advice and guidance on IT services, focusing on applications, solutions, industries, or technologies.
• Drive the digital transformation of customers by leveraging expertise in system integration, strategic planning, and technology implementation.
• Accelerate the adoption of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
• Simplify and modernize IT landscapes while reducing complexity and operational costs.
• Consolidate systems and streamline processes to create a robust and agile infrastructure.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of work experience in a customer-facing role such as Program Manager, Architect, Customer Engagement, or Customer Advisory.
• Proven experience in delivering enterprise business transformation through application delivery.
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end architectural design for hybrid solution landscapes.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills in English, suitable for engaging with senior management within IT teams and across business functions.

Required Skills

• Enterprise Business Transformation
• Application Delivery
• End-to-end Architectural Design
• Hybrid Solution Landscapes
• SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework
• SAP Integration Advisory Methodology
• SAP Extensibility Advisory Methodology
• SAP Clean Core Principles
• Communication, Influencing, and Negotiation
• SAP LeanIX
• Signavio
• On-Premises Solutions
• Cloud Solutions
• BTP Certifications (*, Integration Suite, Extension Suite, SAP Build)
• Professional Training & Certification (*, SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework featured by LeanIX EAM, SAP Certified Professional-Enterprise Architect [P_SAPEA_2023], TOGAF)

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time, regular position. The role requires candidates to be based in Saudi Arabia, preferably in Riyadh. Expected travel is 0-20%. SAP is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and prioritizing employee well-being. Successful candidates may undergo a background verification.

About the Role

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager with specialized knowledge in Data Centres to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a site-based supervision role focused on the successful delivery of a large-scale data centre project. The position requires overseeing all aspects of MEP construction from mobilization through commissioning and final handover, ensuring adherence to high standards of quality, compliance, and coordination.

The role is full-time and requires the individual to be present on-site, located approximately 80 km from Riyadh, to manage daily construction activities and serve as a key liaison between project stakeholders. This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant project within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site supervision of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works across all project phases.
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, and adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure construction activities align with approved drawings, project standards, and best practices.
• Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions from contractors.
• Oversee the installation and integration of critical MEP systems, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, ELV, and ICT.
• Ensure strict compliance with mission-critical design requirements, focusing on uptime, redundancy, and resilience.
• Act as the primary interface between the client, EPC contractor, consultants, and internal WSP teams.
• Support the timely resolution of technical and site-related issues.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings, providing updates to project leadership.
• Ensure strict adherence to Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes and inspection protocols.
• Verify that all works comply with project specifications, relevant international standards, and local regulations.
• Support and oversee testing, commissioning, and system validation activities.
• Promote and maintain a strong Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) culture across all site activities.
• Ensure full compliance with WSP and client HSE policies and procedures.
• Monitor the safe execution of all works and mitigate potential risks.
• Track construction progress against the project schedule and highlight any delays or risks.
• Provide regular reports on project status, progress, and challenges to project leadership.
• Support the development and implementation of mitigation plans and corrective actions.
• Oversee the comprehensive commissioning of all MEP systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Ensure data centre infrastructure meets all performance requirements and operational standards.
• Support the final handover process and completion of close-out documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in construction management.
• Extensive and demonstrable experience specifically within data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Proven track record in construction supervision and site-based roles.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and data centre infrastructure, including power, cooling, and ICT.
• Experience working with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors on large-scale developments.
• Prior experience working within the Middle East region, with a preference for candidates with Saudi Arabian project experience.

Required Skills

• MEP systems
• Data centre infrastructure
• Power systems
• Cooling systems
• ICT infrastructure
• Construction supervision
• Site-based operations management
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Control (QC)
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) management
• Commissioning processes
• Project handover procedures

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time, site-based position located approximately 80 km from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a dedicated presence on-site to manage construction activities effectively.