Senior Projects Manager

About Havelock One Interiors

Since 1998, Havelock One Interiors has operated as a leading turnkey fit-out service provider in the Middle East. The company specializes in interior contracting and the manufacturing of bespoke joinery, metalworks, and sophisticated shop fittings. Due to expansion in the key growth market of Saudi Arabia, Havelock One Interiors is seeking experienced leaders to advance its business.

The Role of Senior Projects Manager

Havelock One Interiors is seeking a Senior Projects Manager (SPM) to join its team in Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, though projects are undertaken across the country. The SPM is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and control of fast-track fit-out projects from inception to completion. The role focuses on projects within sectors such as Hospitality, Hotels, High-End Residential, Palaces, F&B, Retail, Entertainment, Health, and Education. The primary objective is to deliver financially viable projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, meeting client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation and execution of business development strategies aligned with company goals.
• Research and build relationships with new clients.
• Attend industry functions, events, and conferences, providing feedback on market and creative trends.
• Supervise the end-to-end tendering process.
• Identify stakeholders and plan communications for projects.
• Develop project management plans and schedules.
• Ensure activities are clearly defined for all stakeholders.
• Plan procurement in line with project schedules.
• Identify risks and plan risk management and responses.
• Specify project objectives and plans, including scope delineation, budgeting, scheduling, performance requirements, and subcontractor selection.
• Interface with the project team to share best practices and ensure effective resource utilization (labor, materials, equipment).
• Implement various operations through coordination and control of planning, design, estimating, contracting, and construction.
• Maintain accurate records of construction progress throughout projects.
• Oversee construction sites and manage vendors and trades.
• Analyze and share regular updates on site operations with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients.
• Direct and manage project execution, ensuring all works are monitored, coordinated, and controlled.
• Acquire, develop, and manage the project team.
• Conduct and administer procurement in line with project schedules.
• Distribute project information to relevant stakeholders.
• Perform quality assurance and control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage all local municipality and government approvals required for project operation and handover.
• Verify and control changes in scope and costs.
• Control project invoicing and final accounting.
• Monitor and control project risks.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates for the Senior Projects Manager position should possess over 10 years of relevant experience and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to work on various projects across Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing single or multiple projects from award through implementation to handover.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage single or multiple projects from award to handover.
• Strong technical and commercial abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the latest developments in the fit-out market, including current trends and market influences.
• Ability to suggest ideas to enhance the company's industry presence and brand.

Work Environment

Havelock One Interiors offers an established work environment with a loyal and respectful corporate culture. The company provides opportunities to work on challenging projects within Saudi Arabia's growth market.