SAMA Construction & Contracting is seeking an experienced Head of Projects Operations to lead the operational delivery of multiple projects and ensure safe, efficient, timely, and profitable project execution.
Key Responsibilities• Lead project operations from mobilization through completion and handover.
• Oversee project performance against approved scope, budget, schedule, quality, and HSE requirements.
• Drive project efficiency, productivity, cost control, and profitability.
• Oversee planning, project controls, progress monitoring, and recovery plans.
• Optimize manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources across projects.
• Monitor project risks, delays, cost overruns, and operational issues, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Lead and support Project Directors, Project Managers, and construction teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company standards, HSE requirements, and applicable Saudi regulations.
• Support business development and tendering activities by providing operational and execution input.
Requirements• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Management, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in construction and contracting.
• 5+ years in a senior project operations or project leadership position.
• Proven experience managing multiple large-scale construction projects.
• Strong experience in project execution, project controls, cost management, construction management, and subcontractor management.
• Saudi construction market experience is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent English communication skills; Arabic is highly preferred.
• PMP, PMI, or equivalent certification is preferred.
