Project Director

Dussmann Ajlan & Bros is pleased to announce a new career opportunity for the position ofProject Director, based in the , Yanbu/Umluj,Saudi Arabia.DESCRIPTION:Lead the delivery of facilities management consultancy projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, client expectations and applicablestandards. Act as a trusted adviser to clients, oversee FM service provider performance, lead multidisciplinary consultancy teams, and drive operationalimprovement, asset performance and financial results.Key Responsibility:PROJECT LEADERSHIP AND DELIVERY· Direct FM consultancy projects, ensuring services meet the agreed scope, quality standards, budgets and delivery timelines.· Develop project delivery plans, allocate resources, assign responsibilities and monitor progress against milestones.· Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safety requirements and relevant standards and guidance, including SFG20, NFPA, the SaudiBuilding Code (SBC), ASHRAE, CIBSE and BICSc.· Identify project risks, implement mitigation measures and ensure timely resolution of issues.· Provide management and clients with regular reports on project performance, deliverables, risks and corrective actions.CLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT· Serve as the primary senior point of contact for clients, FM service providers and internal stakeholders.· Build strong client relationships, understand their operational priorities and provide practical, tailored recommendations.· Act as a trusted adviser on facility operations, asset management, service quality and long-term improvement planning.· Lead performance review meetings and ensure stakeholder decisions and agreed actions are documented and followed through.FM SERVICE PROVIDER OVERSIGHT· Oversee FM service providers on behalf of clients, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, service level agreements and keyperformance indicators.· Lead performance evaluations, compliance gap analyses, technical reviews and monitoring of operation and maintenance activities.· Review maintenance strategies, staffing arrangements, service delivery plans and cost-control measures.· Provide technical direction and monitor corrective actions to address performance gaps and improve service delivery.· Promote proactive maintenance, innovation and continuous improvement across hard and soft FM services.ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL ADVISORY· Lead asset condition surveys and assessments to identify defects, maintenance requirements, replacement priorities and estimated replacementcosts. Oversee the preparation of asset replacement plans, technical specifications and associated tender documents.· Support clients with design and technical document reviews, installation inspections, testing and commissioning witnessing, and asset handover.· Review asset information, O&M manuals and handover documentation for completeness and alignment with client requirements.· Develop FM strategies that improve asset reliability, lifecycle value, sustainability and operational efficiency.TENDERING AND MOBILISATION· Lead the preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs), scopes of work, service specifications, performance requirements and evaluation criteria.· Oversee technical and commercial evaluations of FM service provider and specialist contractor submissions.· Support clients throughout tender clarification, evaluation and appointment processes.· Oversee FM service provider mobilization, including readiness reviews, resource deployment and transition arrangements.GOVERNANCE QUALITY AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT· Lead and mentor multidisciplinary FM consultancy teams, setting clear objectives and accountability.· Oversee the development of client-specific FM policies, procedures, inspection checklists, reporting templates and other required documentation.· Ensure the quality, consistency and timely submission of consultancy deliverables.· Identify training needs and coordinate development programmes for consultancy teams and, where required, client and service providerpersonnel. Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, professional integrity and service excellence.FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT· Manage the profit and loss (P&L) performance of assigned FMC projects and contribute to company financial objectives.· Prepare and control project budgets, monitor expenditure and forecasts, and implement measures to protect profitability.· Optimize resource deployment and identify cost efficiencies while maintaining contractual compliance and service quality.· Monitor scope changes and their commercial implications, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals.EXPERIENCE· A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in facilities management, consultancy or related operations.· At least 5 years of experience in client-side FM consultancy or managing agent roles.· Proven experience managing large-scale, high-profile or VVIP facilities within government or corporate environments.· Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing FM service providers.· Strong experience in asset condition assessments, FM tendering, mobilization, performance management and technical advisory services.· Proven capability in project budgeting, cost control and P&L management.EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION· Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management or a related discipline.· Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP).· Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2.· LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM).· Relevant BICSc qualifications.· NEBOSH International General Certificate or relevant OSHA training.· Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an advantage.KEY COMPETENCIES· Strategic leadership and sound commercial judgement.· Strong technical knowledge of hard and soft FM services.· Client relationship management and stakeholder engagement.· Contract management and service provider performance oversight.· Analytical thinking, problem-solving and risk management.· Clear communication, report writing and presentation skills.· Team leadership, coaching and continuous improvement.If you are an experienced Project Director with a proven track record, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing team.