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Program Manager Role at SAUD CONSULT

Saudi Consulting Services - SAUD CONSULT is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time position is central to leading and overseeing a portfolio of strategic projects and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and successful delivery within established timelines and budgets.

Role Purpose and Scope

The Program Manager serves as a seasoned leader responsible for the end-to-end management, planning, execution, and delivery of multiple interrelated projects. This includes guiding project teams, coordinating cross-functional resources, and overseeing the entire project lifecycle. The role ensures successful outcomes that meet timelines, budgets, quality standards, and strategic goals, requiring strong leadership, stakeholder management, decision-making, and risk mitigation capabilities.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the full program and project lifecycle from initiation to completion.
• Lead and manage project teams and allocate resources effectively.
• Ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.
• Manage stakeholders, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve project issues.
• Monitor performance, key performance indicators (KPIs), and overall project progress.
• Ensure all program activities align with the organization's strategic objectives.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of proven experience in program and project management, preferably in complex, multi-project environments.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing project teams and overseeing the full project lifecycle.
• Strong experience in program planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMO, or equivalent project/program management certifications are required or highly preferred.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Excellent English language proficiency, both written and spoken.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with senior management and key stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

Work Setting

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh. The role requires effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization to ensure successful program outcomes.