Company Description
Emkaan, a Saudi company, is dedicated to contributing to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's future in line with the 2030 Vision. Emkaan aims to be a leading company in providing turnkey solutions in various areas including consultation and designing, laboratory and cleanroom projects, cleanroom and laboratory furniture, monitoring systems, test/certification, instruments, life science, and maintenance. The company boasts a specialized staff collaborating with experts and consultants to ensure clients' expectations are met and international standards are complied with.
Role Purpose
The Project Delivery Manager will be fully responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of the Turnkey Laboratory Fit-Out Project.
This role ensures the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance, while acting as the single point of accountability between the company, the contractors, vendors, and the client.
Job location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type: Full time
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Mobilization
- Develop the comprehensive project delivery plan including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality frameworks.
- Manage site handover, logistics, and storage arrangements.
- Establish HSE induction and compliance procedures.
- Define roles, responsibilities, and communication protocols across all stakeholders.
2. Design & Approvals
- Coordinate finalization of IFC and shop drawings across all trades.
- Oversee timely submission of material submittals and ensure alignment with project specifications.
- Facilitate and track client approvals, ensuring no delays in design progression.
3. Procurement
- Lead vendor prequalification, evaluation, and contract negotiations.
- Oversee purchase order issuance and ensure timely procurement of long-lead items (HVAC, lab benches, BMS, biosafety equipment).
- Develop and monitor procurement schedules, ensuring critical items align with construction timelines.
4. Construction & Installation
- Manage and supervise site activities across all trades (architectural, MEP, fire, IT, BMS, lab systems).
- Monitor daily progress against project schedule and budget.
- Ensure strict adherence to HSE, QA/QC, and project specifications.
- Resolve on-site issues promptly to avoid delays or rework.
5. Testing & Commissioning
- Plan and oversee functional and safety testing across HVAC, electrical, fire, IT, BMS, and lab systems.
- Ensure calibration, integration, and validation of specialized lab equipment.
- Coordinate with client for staged inspections and acceptance testing.
6. Final Handover & Close-Out
- Ensure preparation and submission of O&M manuals and as-built documentation.
- Deliver client training and conduct final inspections.
- Manage punch lists and ensure timely completion.
- Initiate and oversee the Defects Liability Period (DLP).
Cross-Phase Responsibilities
- Project Control: Maintain overall project schedule, cost tracking, risk register, and progress reporting.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders.
- Team Leadership: Manage contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Governance: Ensure compliance with local regulations, international standards, and client requirements.
- Reporting: Provide weekly/monthly progress reports to company leadership and stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience in Saudi Market.
- 10+ years’ experience managing turnkey construction or laboratory fit-out projects exceeding $2M.
- Proven track record in planning and delivering complex, multi-trade projects within time and budget.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC, MEP, fire systems, lab systems, IT, and BMS installations.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Key Competencies
- End-to-end project ownership mindset.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple contractors and stakeholders effectively.
- Risk management and proactive issue resolution.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in managing and delivering a Turnkey project from Initiation & Design through Commissioning?
- Can you walk us through a specific example of an end-to-end turnkey project you delivered, from initial planning and design, through execution and handover?
- Do have experience in the Saudi Market?
- Can you start immediately?
- Are you comfortable commuting/move to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Turnkey Projects: 5 years (Required)
- Construction: 10 years (Preferred)
- End to End Delivery: 5 years (Preferred)