Project Manager - Advisory
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About the Role
WSP seeks an experienced Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of complex master planning projects in Riyadh.
Key Skills for This Role
Responsibilities
- Lead the tactical execution of Master Planning projects from inception through to delivery
- Synchronize multi disciplinary workstreams including infrastructure, sustainability, landscape architecture, and transport planning
- Implement and oversee KPIs regarding schedule adherence, budget burn rates, and technical quality standards
- Lead the preparation and delivery of high quality weekly and monthly progress reports for clients
- Rigorously monitor project boundaries; identify, document, and manage scope creep
- Execute formal Change Requests for variations in schedule or budget
- Proactively identify project risks and develop robust mitigation strategies
- Act as the central liaison for clients, government authorities, utility providers, and contractors
- Mediate technical or contractual disputes between stakeholders
- Author and present comprehensive monthly progress reports, dashboard updates, and executive briefings
- Ensure all deliverables align with local planning regulations, international best practices, and sustainability mandates
- Oversee a rigorous documentation environment, ensuring all deliverables and approvals are audited and archived
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Management or Information Technology
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in project management for management consultancies or similar
- Advanced proficiency in structured frameworks such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, or Waterfall
- Expert level mastery of Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel and Word
- Exceptional command of written and spoken English
- Experience of project management within large scale master planning or urban infrastructure is desired
- Primavera P6 is desirable
- Arabic proficiency is desirable
- Active PMP or Chartered Planner (RTPI/AICP/MRICS) status is highly desirable
- Experience with KSA Giga projects is a significant advantage
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Role Overview
- Support the Senior Project Manager and Project Director in leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex master planning projects.
- Manage all aspects of the project including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder management.
- Ensure project completion on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
Academic Foundation
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Management or Information Technology.
Professional Experience
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in project management for management consultancies or similar.
- Experience of project management within large scale master planning or urban infrastructure is desired.
Project Methodology
- Advanced proficiency in structured frameworks such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, or Waterfall.
Software Command
- Expert level mastery of Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
- Primavera P6 is desirable.
- Familiarity with InDesign.
- Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modelling).
Essential Behavioural Competencies
- Self Starter & Proactive Ownership: Takes initiative, thinks ahead, identifies risks and opportunities early.
- Workload Management & Accountability: Effectively manages own priorities, remains organised under pressure.
- Team Contribution & Support: Works collaboratively as part of the wider team.
- Senior PM Support & Added Capacity: Provides reliable support to the Senior Project Manager.
- Client & Stakeholder Relationship Building: Builds trusted, professional relationships.
- PMO & Project Controls Capability: Able to undertake all aspects of PMO support.
- Financial Management & Forecasting: Competent in managing project financials.
- Resilience & Commitment: Comfortable working in demanding, fast paced environments.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Responds positively to changing priorities.
Communication
- Exceptional command of written and spoken English.
- Ability to present complex data in a visually compelling and concise manner.
- Arabic proficiency is desirable.
KSA Client Environment Experience
- Good understanding of client expectations, business culture, and consultant standards when operating in Saudi Arabia.
Certification
- Active PMP (Project Management Professional) or Chartered Planner (RTPI/AICP/MRICS) status is highly desirable.
Specialized Knowledge
- Experience with KSA Giga projects is a significant advantage.
- Advanced Analytics: Use of Power BI and other analytical tools.
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