Project Management Specialist (Associate)

About the Role

Become a vital member of our Riyadh-based team as a Project Management Specialist (Associate), supporting every phase of project lifecycles from initial planning to execution, monitoring progress, and finally closing projects. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure projects remain on schedule, well-documented, and aligned with defined objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scopes, objectives, and deliverables alongside senior management.
• Create and update comprehensive project plans detailing timelines, milestones, and resource usage.
• Coordinate efforts between internal teams and external vendors to facilitate efficient execution.
• Track project progress and deliver frequent updates to stakeholders.
• Detect risks and challenges within projects and contribute to risk mitigation strategies.
• Promote transparent communication among project participants to clarify roles and expectations.
• Help oversee budget monitoring, expense documentation, and procurement tasks.
• Maintain project-related documentation, such as meeting minutes and action item logs.
• Support evaluations after project completion and compile lessons to improve future workflows.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Between 1 and 3 years of project coordination or management experience, inclusive of internships.
• Fundamental knowledge of project methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, and PMBOK guide.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience working with project management platforms such as Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
• Strong organization, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Effective English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Excellent attention to detail paired with a proactive problem-solving attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of CAPM or PMP certification is favorable, though not mandatory.
• Knowledge of the Arabic language is advantageous.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary paid in USD, subject to yearly performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Thirty days of paid vacation annually plus recognized public holidays.
• Relocation aid and housing allowance available for qualified applicants.
• Support for professional development, including sponsorship for certifications and workshops.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture with regular social and team-building activities.
• Opportunities for advancement into senior project management roles within 18 to 24 months.
• Transportation allowance and discounted meals provided on-site.

Additional Information

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Level: Associate