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About the Role

Egis is seeking an experienced Agriculture/Arboriculture Engineer PMO to join its urban planning team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of agriculture and arboriculture projects aimed at enhancing urban green spaces and environmental sustainability. The engineer will serve as a critical link between engineering teams, urban planners, and stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for agriculture and arboriculture initiatives within urban planning frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including scope statements, schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, landscape architects, environmental specialists, and municipal authorities, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Analyze technical requirements and feasibility studies for arboriculture and agricultural integration in urban environments.
• Monitor project performance metrics, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget adherence.
• Prepare and present progress reports, status updates, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and sustainability requirements specific to Riyadh's urban planning initiatives.
• Manage stakeholder communications and coordinate between internal teams and external partners.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Support the development of best practices and process improvements for future agriculture and arboriculture projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• 7+ years of professional experience in agriculture, arboriculture, or environmental engineering.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in Project Management Office (PMO) functions or project management roles.
• Proven experience managing complex urban planning or infrastructure projects.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools and software (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms).
• Advanced knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and CAD software.
• Expertise in budget management, resource allocation, and financial forecasting.
• Comprehensive understanding of urban planning principles and regulations applicable to Middle Eastern contexts.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards and environmental compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency in technical documentation and report writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with landscape design and green infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with arboriculture best practices and horticultural standards.
• Background in environmental sustainability and climate-resilient urban planning.

Work Location

This position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.