Project Director

About the Role ;">Dussmann-Ajlan & Bros is seeking a Project Director to join their team in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading the delivery of facilities management consultancy projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, client expectations, and applicable standards. The Project Director will act as a trusted advisor to clients, oversee FM service provider performance, lead multidisciplinary consultancy teams, and drive operational improvement, asset performance, and financial results. Key Responsibilities Direct FM consultancy projects, ensuring services meet 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 including SFG20, NFPA, SBC, ASHRAE, CIBSE, and BICSc. Serve as the primary senior point of contact for clients, FM service providers, and internal stakeholders, building strong client relationships. Oversee FM service providers, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, service level agreements, and key performance indicators. Lead asset condition surveys and assessments, overseeing the preparation of asset replacement plans and associated tender documents. Lead the preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs), scopes of work, service specifications, and evaluation criteria. Lead and mentor multidisciplinary FM consultancy teams, setting clear objectives and accountability. Manage the profit and loss (P&L) performance of assigned FMC projects and contribute to company financial objectives. Required Experience and Qualifications 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. 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 judgment. 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. Work Type and Location **********;">This is a full-time position based in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a commitment to leading complex projects within a dynamic environment.