Planning & Delivery Senior Specialist

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 livability, 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 Planning & delivery Senior Specialist plays a crucial role in driving execution and organizational effectiveness at NEOM. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving a robust planning & delivery framework that aligns with NEOM’s strategic objectives. The Planning & delivery Senior Specialist will collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure proper planning & delivery, monitor performance, identify areas for improvement, and facilitate data-driven decision making and reporting. The Planning & delivery Senior Specialist will be reporting to the Planning & Delivery Manager.

REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

• Proven experience in project management
• Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• General knowledge in Procurement & cycle and Project methodologies
• Knowledge of legal and financial requirements pertaining to contracts
• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong knowledge and experience in using Power BI for reporting and data visualization.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to liaise and coordinate with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Financial acumen and proficiency in budget management.

The following skills could be considered a plus:

• Knowledge of contract management on SAP Ariba

Additional skills

• Fast learner, flexible, pragmatic, and committed.
• Self-driven and proactive attitude, ability to work independently.
• Systematic and results driven.
• Target and quality driven.
• Critical thinker and creative problem solver.

Continuous improvement mindset

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

The Planning & delivery Senior Specialist responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Planning & Delivery main activities

• Maintain consistent and frequent communication with stakeholders to ensure efficient projects implementation.
• Establish and manage change control processes to address project scope changes effectively.
• Identify and manage issues and risks within projects while acting as an escalation point within the delivery team.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain project deliverable quality.
• Identify and comply with requirements with respect to required documentation for different processes, system updates etc.
• Evaluate vendor performance and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Maintain, update and upload all required contract documentation via the standardized templates.
• Identify any deviations / red flags that indicate project instability, or poor performance
• Communicate project status to stakeholders & planning and delivery manager.
• Monitor compliance with contract management plans
• Understand business requirements to set functional specifications for reporting applications.
•  Monitoring the budget throughout the year.
• Support the relevant stakeholders in developing related materials to implement innovative performance and measurement metrics, such as KPIs
• Monitor and enforce compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
• Flag any contract & project deviations affecting payment process and project progress
• Update MoMs regularly to keep track of interactions, changes, and alignment with involved stakeholders
• Support in stakeholder communications and provide guidance on straight-forward contractual matters
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Power Bi

Stakeholder Engagement and Risk Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders involved in the planning and delivery process, including CEO Office, and any other NEOM entities.
• Proactively flag risks and bottlenecks (including internal improvement opportunities for NEOM), and work with relevant stakeholders to develop and implement resolution strategies for minor project risks.
• Escalate and forward major project risks, ensuring effective mitigation.
• Prepare and disseminate regular reports on NEOM’s performance to all key stakeholders (including NEOM leadership and external stakeholders).

       Leadership

• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other communication materials tailored to stakeholder needs.
• Ensure that all stakeholder engagement activities comply with the relevant regulations and ethical standards.
• Utilize data analytics to drive strategies and decisions.

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

• Strong understanding of project management frameworks and tools, including waterfall and agile approach.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in using project management software and tools (e.g., data visualization, reporting).
• Proven ability to manage projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to identify risks and bottlenecks in strategy execution and develop mitigation strategies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in project management.
• Professional certifications in performance management are a plus (PMP).