Release Manager and PMO📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Advansys is seeking a Senior Solutions Pre-Sales Consultant to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position focuses on understanding client business objectives and architecting technological solutions to meet those needs. The role is instrumental in bridging the gap between client requirements and Advansys's offerings, ensuring seamless integration and client satisfaction.

The Senior Solutions Pre-Sales Consultant will collaborate with sales and development teams, utilizing deep technical expertise and market understanding to drive successful project outcomes. Translating technical capabilities into tangible business value is a key aspect of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the sales team to understand client requirements thoroughly.
• Analyze customer requirements and architect comprehensive IT solutions, covering all software aspects, to align with clients' business goals.
• Work with the development team to ensure optimal solution delivery and facilitate a smooth handover during the execution phase.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies, current advancements, and their roadmaps.
• Conduct product demonstrations to effectively showcase the value and benefits of offerings.
• Respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) by developing comprehensive and competitive proposals.
• Address technical inquiries while analyzing RFPs.
• Develop detailed proposals including cost estimations, deliverables, timelines, and other pertinent information.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in System Architecture, Technical Sales, or a Pre-Sales role.
• Proven technical and IT services pre-sales experience.
• Good knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications are considered a plus.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Automation, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA).
• Proficiency with Low Code/No Code tools.
• Solid understanding of Cloud computing principles and Cyber Security concepts.
• Familiarity with CRM, Contact Center Applications, and Enterprise Applications is advantageous.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Candidates are required to be based in Saudi Arabia.

About the Role

Misk Schools is seeking a dedicated Student Assistant to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to providing comprehensive support to the academic team across all aspects of the curriculum, both within and outside the classroom. Student Assistants play a crucial role in fostering a positive and engaging environment for students, assisting with their social interactions and play activities, and supporting their personal care needs. The role emphasizes building strong relationships within the Misk community, with a paramount focus on the safeguarding and well-being of all students, adhering strictly to the school's statutory policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of educational activities, social development, and playground activities for students.
• Support the junior school by undertaking practical administrative tasks.
• Provide assistance to students in mainstream classes across all academic subjects, including Physical Education, swimming, and field sports.
• Help students access the curriculum safely, understanding that health and safety matters ultimately remain the teachers' responsibility.
• Support students experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges and aid in the development of their social skills and behaviors.
• Offer support to individual students both inside and outside the classroom, including facilitating their participation in camps, educational visits, and whole-school activities to ensure full engagement.
• Assist students with personal care needs, such as changing clothes and toilet assistance.
• Serve as a positive role model for students in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and the wider team.
• Attend team and staff meetings as required.
• Actively promote and safeguard the welfare of all students at the school.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, treating them with respect and consideration, and showing concern for their development as learners.
• Ensure all students are supervised and assisted both inside and outside the classroom.
• Work effectively with individual students and small groups under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by the line manager.
• Directly support the designated safeguarding lead as a priority to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Diploma degree is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated ability to work with young children and a strong understanding of their needs.
• Experience in working with students who have a variety of learning, social, and psychological needs.

Required Skills

• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Adaptability and flexibility in approach.
• Capacity to set high expectations to inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with teachers and staff, contributing to a supportive and enriching learning environment. While specific experience is not explicitly detailed beyond the requirements, the role is suitable for individuals with a passion for education and a commitment to student development.

About the Role

TPM Williams International Project Management Ltd. is seeking a Senior Project Control Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role is focused on providing expert project controls across all project phases, with a significant emphasis on the Design Phase of major projects in the Middle East. The position requires a strong background in managing complex projects and ensuring control over cost, schedule, and risk.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant regional projects. It requires a proactive and analytical approach to project management and control, focusing on implementing robust control frameworks and fostering collaboration with stakeholders during design phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all project controls activities during the Design Phase, including concept, schematic, detailed design, and design development stages.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Design Phase control frameworks for cost, schedule, and risk management.
• Coordinate with design consultants, client representatives, and internal teams to ensure design deliverables align with approved baselines.
• Monitor design progress against milestones and provide regular progress reports to project leadership.
• Review and assess design change requests, analyzing their impact on cost and schedule baselines.
• Prepare, review, and maintain project cost estimates and budgets throughout the design lifecycle.
• Establish and manage project cost baselines and implement Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
• Track design-related expenditures, forecast final outturn costs, and report variances with proposed corrective actions.
• Conduct cost benchmarking, value engineering assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost plans, and feasibility cost studies.
• Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules (Level 1–4) using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Perform critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and what-if scenario modeling.
• Identify schedule risks and prepare mitigation strategies and recovery plans.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary design teams to integrate sub-schedules into the master program.
• Establish and maintain a project risk register throughout the design phase.
• Conduct quantitative risk analysis (*, Monte Carlo simulations) for schedule and cost risks.
• Facilitate risk workshops with project stakeholders and report risk exposure to senior management.
• Prepare and issue weekly and monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Present project performance data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and trend analyses to the client and senior stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project controls documentation, including logs, registers, and baseline records.
• Liaise with client-side project managers, PMO teams, and design consultants on all controls matters.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• A Master's degree in Project Management or a related field is considered an advantage.
• Professional certifications such as PMP (PMI), PMC, or AACE membership (CCP / PSP) are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of project controls experience on major projects (valued at SAR 500M+).
• A significant portion of project experience must be within the Middle East region.
• Demonstrated experience specifically in the Design Phase of major projects within infrastructure, mixed-use, industrial, or government sectors.
• Prior experience working with or for a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) or a Client team is preferred.
• Proven track record in managing project controls on projects in the GCC.
• Middle East experience is mandatory.
• Only candidates with verified Middle East experience and 10+ years of project controls will be considered.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project for planning and scheduling.
• Expertise in cost management tools and Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
• Experience with risk management software, such as Oracle Risk Analysis or Primavera Risk.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, including pivot tables, macros, and dashboard creation.
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint for presentations and reporting.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and design management processes.
• Strong analytical mindset with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Arabic proficiency is considered an advantage.

Work Environment and Application

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Interested candidates are requested to submit an application including their anticipated all-inclusive package, time for joining, current visa status in KSA, and a photograph to j@************************** and i@******************.