Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager – SCADA Systems to lead the execution, delivery, and management of SCADA-related projects and service contracts across multiple sites in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control systems, service delivery, and contract execution, with proven leadership capabilities and excellent stakeholder management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Contract Execution
- Lead end-to-end execution of SCADA projects, including planning, design coordination, implementation, testing, and handover.
- Manage operation & maintenance (O&M) contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual KPIs and SLAs.
- Ensure alignment with Scope of Work (SOW), technical specifications, and client requirements.
- Oversee preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance
activities for SCADA systems.
Service Delivery & Operations
- Ensure high-quality service delivery across all assigned sites with optimal resource utilization.
- Monitor system performance, uptime, and reliability of SCADA and associated field systems.
- Lead troubleshooting, incident management, and system restoration activities.
- Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
- Manage communication with client technical and management teams.
- Conduct regular review meetings and provide performance updates.
Team Leadership
- Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams including SCADA engineers, technicians, and support staff.
- Ensure team performance, development, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Foster a proactive, solution-oriented, and leadership-driven work environment.
Commercial & Compliance
- Monitor project budgets, cost control, and financial performance.
- Support contract negotiations, variations, and claims management.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
(Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field).
- Minimum 10 years of experience in SCADA systems, with strong exposure to project execution and service delivery.
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in Saudi Arabia.
- Fluent in Arabic (mandatory) and english– both written and spoken.
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP or equivalent).
- Proven experience in SCADA platforms (e.g., AVEVA, SiemensWincc,WinccOA, Rockwell, Honeywell, or similar).
- Strong understanding of PLC/RTU systems, communication networks, and field instrumentation.
- Valid membership with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- High level of accountability and ownership.
- Ability to manage high-pressure environments and critical systems.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in infrastructure, utilities, transportation, or oil & gas sectors.
- Background in brownfield projects, system upgrades, and migrations.
- Familiarity with SLAs, KPIs, and long-term service contracts.
Personality Traits
- Leadership-driven with a proactive and ownership mindset
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate
- Results-oriented with a focus on quality and client satisfaction
