Project Director - Construction Supervision

Our client a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.The RoleThe Project Director will lead construction supervision for a landmark mixed‑use residential villas project in Riyadh. This pivotal role involves managing a large multidisciplinary team and driving the successful delivery of a world‑class gated community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of overseeing mega‑scale residential projects from concept to handover, with a strong understanding of international standards and Saudi building regulations. You will guide the project through all construction phases, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, sustainability, and client satisfaction.ResponsibilitiesLead all aspects of construction supervision for the mega residential/villa compound project, ensuring alignment with the project’s vision, quality standards, and schedule.Manage a large multidisciplinary team, including engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors, driving collaboration, accountability, and high performance.Oversee the project from ground‑breaking through handover, ensuring compliance with international standards, Saudi building codes, and local authority requirements (MOMRA, Civil Defense, SEC, etc.).Implement and enforce robust QA/QC systems, HSE protocols, and sustainability practices across the project.Ensure timely and cost‑effective project delivery by closely monitoring schedules, budgets, resources, and risks, and taking proactive corrective action when necessary.Lead contract administration, including reviewing, negotiating, and managing agreements in accordance with FIDIC Red Book standards.Drive effective communication and reporting to stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and executive management, providing clear updates on progress, challenges, and solutions.Mentor and develop the project team, cultivating a culture of excellence, professionalism, and accountability.Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, resolving technical and operational challenges efficiently while maintaining stakeholder confidence.Ensure that all construction activities adhere to safety regulations, quality benchmarks, and project specifications, achieving client satisfaction and operational excellence.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.Minimum of 18 years’ experience in construction supervision or management, including at least 10 years in a senior leadership role such as Director or Senior Project Manager.Demonstrated experience leading at least one mega residential or villa compound project in Saudi Arabia or the GCC from inception to handover (project value ≥ SAR 1 billion).Proven capability in managing supervision teams of 50+ professionals.Professional Engineer registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) is mandatory.In‑depth knowledge of Saudi building codes, standards, and authority approval processes (MOMRA, Civil Defense, SEC, etc.).Expertise in construction supervision practices, QA/QC systems, and HSE regulations.Strong experience in contract administration, including FIDIC Red Book familiarity.#J-18808-Ljbffr