Project Director – ULMs

Overview

Job ID: 14099

Sector:

Projects

Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

OVERVIEW

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional liveability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Project Director – ULMs role will be primarily responsible to Oversee and direct construction programme during the full life-cycle of the implementation phase. Liaise with the design teams to review buildability and development of project schedule, deliverables, and cost estimates. Oversee the construction management teams to ensure delivery of established project aims and objectives of ultra luxury real estate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage with the design teams to provide constructability feedback in respect of feasibility analysis, project design, appraisal and value identification.
• Lead the development of Project Execution Plans, which should be leveraged to draw up effective contracts to communicate project requirements to the implementation teams.
• Oversee the assembly of project teams and professional consultants and manage their input through the construction process.
• Report construction status (schedule, cost, and quality) to project delivery, and ensure the continuing development of schedule master plans through the detailing of periodic work-plans and progress trackers.
• Drive best value decision-making to ensure construction moves forward, minimising delays and setbacks in the drive to attain Project KPI’s.
• Post Completion, effective handover to asset owner/manager.
• Lead team retrospective programme to ensure “lessons learned” are leveraged from project insights, to facilitate rapid improvement in the on-going construction programme and ensure that structured feedback is provided on delivery team performance.
• Ensure world leading standards of quality finishes.

Culture and Values

• Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
• Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
• Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules. 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• 12+ years of construction experience, with at least 6 years senior executive experience earned with major construction companies.
• 6+ years of construction experience gained in the Gulf Region.
• Demonstrated track record of the delivery of complex and high-value construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of all facets of construction implementation.
• Proven construction feasibility and project planning experience.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen through business experience (either through ownership or major P&L ownership as an executive).
• Financial management experience.
• High end residential or ultra luxury hospitality experience.
• General knowledge of business processes.
• Ability and willingness to travel when necessary.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.
• Ability to negotiate and defuse conflict.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven innovator.
• Experience leading and managing high performing individuals and teams.
• Ability to be a team player that motivates and educates other team members and comprehends complex, technical subjects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent qualification.

NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.

NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.

NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.

The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values

Learn more about NEOM’s Values