SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - FITOUTS

AtkinsR alis is looking for a Senior Project Manager - Fitouts in Riyadh, KSA.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

• Develop and manage detailed fitout delivery plans aligned with overall program milestones.
• Coordinate with base build teams to ensure smooth interface between shell/core and fitout phases.
• Plan procurement schedules in alignment with long lead items and global sourcing strategy.

Budget & Cost Control:

• Establish, monitor, and report on fitout budgets; proactively control costs and identify value-engineering opportunities.
• Work with commercial and procurement teams to manage contractor contracts and variations.

Team & Stakeholder Leadership:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams of consultants, architects, contractors, and client representatives.
• Facilitate collaboration between cultural advisors, end-users, government authorities, and third-party stakeholders.
• Serve as the main point of contact for the client and key stakeholders.
• Provide regular, structured updates and reporting to clients, including progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Ensure all activities comply with KSA regulations and interface with local authorities.

Quality & Compliance:

• Implement robust QA/QC procedures and conduct regular inspections to ensure delivery meets client expectations and design intent.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local codes, building regulations, and AtkinsR alis quality standards.
• Identify potential risks and interface conflicts between trades or construction stages; develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain and update risk registers and coordinate with the Programme Management Office (PMO).

Sustainability & Digital Integration:

• Ensure fitout strategies align with project sustainability goals, including material selection, waste management, and energy efficiency.
• Support BIM integration (LOD 300/350+) and contribute to final as-built model data for FM readiness.

Operational Readiness & Handover:

• Oversee testing, commissioning, and final handover procedures.
• Ensure delivery of complete O&M manuals, asset registers, and training to FM and end-user teams.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in interior fitouts, with at least 5 years in a senior project leadership role within the GCC.
• Proven track record delivering high-end commercial, cultural, or public-use fitout projects.
• Familiarity with KSA regulatory bodies and project delivery environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent PM tools; familiarity with BIM platforms is an advantage.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project conditions and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.