Description

Job Description
Position Title: Technical Project Manager

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 7-12 Years
Language Requirement: Fluent Arabic (Mandatory) & English
Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead and deliver complex IT and digital transformation projects in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with Saudi government and enterprise standards. Strong Arabic communication skills are essential for engaging with local stakeholders, vendors, and government entities.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Governance

• Lead end-to-end delivery of technical projects including software development, system integration, cloud, and digital platforms
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and success metrics
• Establish and manage project governance frameworks aligned with organizational and Saudi regulatory standards
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies (PMO, Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)

Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for Arabic-speaking clients, government stakeholders, and internal leadership
• Conduct project meetings, workshops, and status reviews in Arabic and English
• Translate business requirements into clear technical deliverables for development teams
• Manage vendors, system integrators, and third-party service providers

Technical & Delivery Oversight

• Work closely with architects, developers, and infrastructure teams to ensure technical feasibility and quality
• Oversee solution design, development, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support
• Identify technical risks and dependencies and implement mitigation plans
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, and Saudi regulations (e.g., NCA, SDAIA where applicable)

Risk, Budget & Quality Management

• Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies with proactive resolution
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation
• Ensure quality standards, documentation, and sign-offs are met
• Provide accurate reporting to senior management and PMO

Required Qualifications & Experience
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree is a plus

Experience

• 7-12 years of experience in IT or technical project management
• Proven experience delivering enterprise or government IT projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC
• Strong understanding of SDLC, system integration, and modern technology stacks
• Experience working with cross-functional and multicultural teams

Language Skills

• Arabic: Native or Fluent (Mandatory)
• English: Fluent (Mandatory)

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of project management frameworks (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum)
• Experience with cloud platforms, enterprise applications, or digital transformation initiatives
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong documentation, reporting, and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
• Agile/Scrum certifications (CSM, SAFe, etc.)
• ITIL or cloud certifications are a plus