Overview
Our client is a leading Large company in the field of Conglomerate. Operating as a major player with a highly diversified portfolio, the organization drives impactful, large-scale initiatives across the region. This pivotal role reports directly to the Group CEO, offering a high-visibility platform to shape corporate strategy, orchestrate complex transformations, and lead the governance of critical business portfolios from their headquarters in Jeddah, KSA.
This permanent role requires a baseline commitment of 6 working days per week. Given the strategic urgency of the position, the company is looking for local talent already based inside the country who can fulfill a preferred joining time of immediately or within 30 days. To be considered, candidates must hold at least a BA in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or another relevant field, paired with a minimum of 10 plus years of experience. Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory to successfully navigate cross-functional stakeholder environments. While strong foundational project governance experience is expected, candidates with former exposure to consultancy firms and a PMP certificate will have a distinct advantage.
Main Tasks
Direct the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure all project portfolios align with the conglomerate's overarching strategic objectives and the Group CEO's vision.
Develop, implement, and maintain robust project governance frameworks, execution standards, and performance metrics across diverse business units.
Monitor, track, and report on the status, risks, and financial health of high-impact strategic initiatives directly to executive leadership.
Lead the strategic planning cycle, transforming long-term corporate goals into actionable, executable project portfolios.
Standardize PMO methodologies and tools to optimize cross-functional resource allocation and ensure successful, on-time project delivery.
Collaborate closely with subsidiary leaders and key stakeholders to drive organizational change management and foster continuous improvement.
Identify critical bottlenecks in complex, multi-entity projects and implement swift corrective actions to mitigate risks and maintain operational momentum.