Project Director MMC - Commercial & Mixed Use (NEOM Site)

Westlakes Recruit

Saudi Arabia

Posted
Ref: SP135-40

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Westlakes Recruit is currently recruiting for an Project Director - MMC - Commercial & Mixed Use to support the NEOM The Line project on a permanent basis in KSA.

Overview

The Project Director is responsible for overseeing and leading all pre- and post-construction activities for assets predominantly delivered through 2D/In-Situ construction. The role also includes a focus on 3D MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) Modular assets, excluding Residential and Hotel projects, and applies to asset classes such as Office, Education, Health Facilities, Retail, F&B, and Government Buildings.

This role aims to optimize asset delivery by identifying opportunities for 3D MMC Modular implementation while minimizing reliance on 2D/In-Situ construction. The successful candidate will bring expertise in 2D platform construction for various asset typologies and demonstrate the ability to lead complex, high-rise projects with technical expertise, meticulous planning, and strong leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead pre- and post-construction activities, ensuring alignment with programme and cost objectives.
- Develop work package plans for leveraging Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and ensure deliverables meet project requirements.
- Ensure design outputs align with procurement and project execution strategies, enabling local assembly of 3D MMC sub-assemblies.
- Develop procurement strategies that address 3D MMC Modular asset delivery, including assembly, installation, commissioning, and lifecycle cost considerations.
- Manage stakeholder expectations through detailed stakeholder management plans, ensuring regular engagement and alignment of objectives.
- Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and governance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversee QA/QC processes using digital systems (e.g., BIM360, COBie data) to ensure deliverables meet applicable standards.
- Actively participate in both pre- and post-contract phases, leveraging experience across the project lifecycle.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineers and project managers to achieve project objectives.
- Support risk management by identifying hazards and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with the Senior Director – Common Assets to implement 2D/3D delivery strategies effectively.

Rewards and Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Medical and life insurance coverage.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Annual flight allowance to the point of origin.
- Access to the Employee Wellbeing Programme, including 24/7 advice from specialists in financial, legal, and family care, as well as health, fitness, and nutrition consultants.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Proven track record in delivering large, complex projects in leadership roles.
- Expertise in managing 2D platform construction and familiarity with 3D MMC projects is an advantage.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with a proactive, self-motivated approach.
- Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to mentor multi-disciplinary teams.
- Delivery-focused with excellent communication and goal-setting capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects through technical problem-solving and collaboration.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction.
- Minimum 25+ years of experience in large-scale construction or manufacturing projects, with at least 10+ years in project leadership roles.

Salary:
SAR 70,000 to 74,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Westlakes Recruit is an independently owned UK & Dubai recruitment consultancy focused on the Engineering and Construction industries highly regulated sectors.

We are a fast growing business with a steadfast strategy of discipline led recruitment, structured around three core areas: • Project Controls – planning, cost, estimating, risk • Professional Services - Engineering & Technical, Project & Programme Management, HSEQ • Commercial services and Construction Claims – Commercial, Procurement, Delay and Quantum Analysts

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