Senior Project Manager

Job description / Role

Job description

Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s is looking for a senior project manager - development strategy, in Al Ula.

About Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory and environmental services, intelligent networks and cybersecurity, design and engineering, procurement, project and construction management, operations and maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as engineering services, nuclear and capital.

Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s provides the client (RCU-D&C) with key resources to assist them with various operational requirements. The client requires the placement of a senior project manager (SPM) to serve as the lead to deliver strategy, master planning and related structured information for investment opportunities to be made available to third party developers (TPD). This role is focused on process coordination, workflow mapping, and issue resolution to ensure smooth interactions across the ecosystem. Working closely with the regional development director and related RCU discipline departments, the SPM will identify and track blockages, propose practical resolutions, and ensure overall investment strategy deliverables are aligned with RCU requirements.

The position will also play a role in standardizing processes, toolkits, and communication protocols to bring greater consistency to TPD engagements.

This is a senior-level professional, project based in Al Ula, KSA. To assist the client, the role requires active and direct involvement, strong leadership and communication skills, project development management skills, client/investor interface experience, and a comprehensive understanding of the master planning, various asset types and general development processes and procedures aligned with RIBA Plan of Works.

Key responsibilities:

• Stakeholder communication: Maintain clear and regular communication with key stakeholders, including clientu2019s management, third-party developers, D&C (RIBA 0 & 1 commercial and business teams), RCU security, RCU regulatory authorities, and other relevant parties.
• Collaboration and relationship management: Success is dependent on the facilitation of close collaboration between the client, RCU stakeholders and third-party developers to achieve a mutually agreed outcome and agreement.
• Governance and guidelines: Implement the client requirements relating to compiling the investment packages.
• Planning: Working closely with the regional development director, develop detailed strategies for the investment opportunities in relation to the clientu2019s priorities, stakeholder interface, compiling of key information and schedule target investor engagements. Once the protocols are set for third-party developers, the project scopes, design management and permitting will likely transfer to county operations to manage the process.
• Issue resolution: Risks, issues and escalation management is critical to timely resolution of issues that may arise at various stages in the project.
• Budget management (limited): Budgets established by the client to be managed and controlled, ensuring that the project is delivered within the allocated financial constraints. This involvement is limited as the land deals and land values will be managed in entirety by D&C real estate assigned team. The production of the ROM for assets to aid in informing the land values will be undertaken in the annual plan by D&C commercial.
• Risk assessment: Identify potential high-level risks and challenges throughout the project lifecycle and develop mitigation strategies to address them effectively. Collaborate with RCU commercial to give their assessment of commercial and financial risks.
• RCU compliance and regulations: Adherence to all RCU guidelines such as applicable healthcare, education or residential project regulations, safety standards, security requirements (strategy and stage gates) and legal requirements.
• Quality assurance: QAQC by parties producing deliverables to be monitored to maintain a high-quality standard throughout the project, ensuring that all deliverables meet established criteria. Other than plot specifics (title deeds, affection plans, geotech surveys), there should be minimal design management with third-party developers as the intent is to have county operations manage from RIBA 2 to 4.
• Progress tracking and reporting: Regularly track project progress and provide status reports to stakeholders.
• Contract management: Report on the status of client and third-party developer negotiations, drafting of contract agreement by the client appointed consultant to be managed.
• Change management: Ensure that any modifications are documented and communicated appropriately.

Requirements:

• Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or urban master planning and related project management, or a related field is typically required. Advanced certifications (PMP) in project management can be advantageous.
• Experience: Project management at development stage with extensive experience (10+ years) with various asset types.
• Industry knowledge: In-depth knowledge of development projects, master planning and development investor engagement for various asset types, including its regulations, best practices, and emerging trends.
• Leadership skills: Strong leadership abilities with the capability to motivate and manage a diverse team effectively.
• Project management expertise: Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, and present project updates and proposals effectively.
• Analytical skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues, make data-driven decisions, and implement effective solutions.
• Time management: Exceptional time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and unforeseen challenges, ensuring successful project completion.
• Safety focus: A deep commitment to maintaining project safety standards and prioritizing safety in all aspects of the project.
• Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s values: The successful candidate is expected to comply with Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s' values of safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation and excellence.

Why choose Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee wellbeing program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

Worker type: Employee
Job type: Regular

At Atkins Ru00e9alisu00e9s, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.