SNC-Lavalin Looking for Project Manager – Agricultural background (Al Ula, KSA) at Saudi Arabia Full Time

Job Description

Faithful+Gould is a hands-on project delivery organisation that has moulded its business to respond to the demands of the nations in which it operates. In doing so, we actively seek to employ staff who possess strong pro-active management skills which enables them to understand the entire delivery process from site acquisition through to feasibility, design, construction, sales and occupancy phases. Our end-to-end project delivery solution is focused on best maximising project outcomes while minimising project risk for our Clients.

We are currently looking for Project Manager – Agricultural background (Al Ula KSA), with a demonstrated experience in a similar role on large projects.

The ideal candidate to work as a project manager for agricultural regeneration projects should possess a unique blend of skills, experience, and qualities that are tailored to the specific challenges and goals of such initiatives. Here’s a brief description of the ideal candidate:

• Strong Agricultural Background: The candidate should have a solid understanding of agricultural practices, techniques, and challenges. This knowledge will be essential for effectively managing projects focused on restoring and enhancing agricultural landscapes.

• Sustainability and Conservation Focus: A deep commitment to sustainable practices and environmental conservation is crucial. The candidate should be well-versed in regenerative agriculture principles and approaches that promote soil health, biodiversity, and resource efficiency.

• Project Management Expertise: Strong project management skills are a must. The candidate should be adept at defining project scopes, creating detailed plans, setting milestones, managing budgets, and coordinating teams to ensure the timely and successful completion of agricultural regeneration projects.

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with diverse stakeholders, including farmers, local communities, governmental bodies, environmental organizations, and potential funders. The candidate should be able to convey project objectives, progress, and outcomes effectively.

• Leadership Abilities: The candidate should possess strong leadership qualities to motivate and guide project teams, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose among team members. Leadership is particularly important for driving changes in traditional agricultural practices.

• Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Agricultural regeneration projects often encounter unforeseen challenges. The ideal candidate should be adept at adapting to changing circumstances and finding creative solutions to overcome obstacles while staying aligned with project goals.

• Community Engagement Skills: Engaging local communities and stakeholders is integral to the success of agricultural regeneration projects. The candidate should be skilled in community outreach, fostering partnerships, and ensuring that project initiatives align with local needs and values.

• Passion and Vision: A genuine passion for sustainable agriculture and a clear vision for the positive impact that regeneration projects can have on ecosystems and communities are essential. This enthusiasm will inspire others and drive the project’s success.

• Networking and Collaboration: Building a network within the agricultural, environmental, and scientific communities can provide valuable resources, expertise, and support for the project. The candidate should be adept at forming collaborative relationships to enhance project effectiveness.

• Awareness of Policy and Regulations: Knowledge of relevant agricultural policies, financial policies, regulations, and permitting processes is important to navigate potential legal and regulatory challenges that may arise during project implementation.

• Cultural Sensitivity: If working in diverse cultural settings, cultural sensitivity and an understanding of local customs and practices are important for effective communication and relationship-building.

Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with project sponsors and stakeholders

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and risk registers using appropriate software and techniques

• Communicate effectively and proactively with project sponsors, stakeholders, and team members

• Monitor and report on project progress, performance, and outcomes using appropriate metrics and indicators

• Identify and resolve project issues and risks and implement corrective actions as needed

• Ensure project quality and compliance with relevant standards, policies, and regulations

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks and resources accordingly

• Evaluate project results and lessons learned and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement

Qualifications:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in any relevant field.

• 4+ years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of success in managing projects through their full lifecycle

• PMP (Preferable)

In summary, the ideal candidate for a project manager role in agricultural regeneration should combine expertise in agriculture, project management, sustainability, leadership, and effective communication to drive successful projects that restore and enhance agricultural landscapes while considering the needs and aspirations of local communities.

SNC Lavalin’s Faithful+Gould business is one of the world’s leading integrated project and programme management consultancies, with over 2,400 professionals operating worldwide.

Our aim is to protect and maximize our clients interests throughout the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with client teams and developing long-term relationships.

Key services include – Project management, programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost management and expert scheduling and construction planning.

Our industry is going through a digital transformation and we have been investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service. We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we are achieving efficiencies that are directly passed on our clients who benefit from a consistent quality of service as well as the savings.

Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success is built on recruiting – and then developing – brilliant people from a broad range of professional and cultural backgrounds. It’s precisely this diversity of talent that sets us apart.

Acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, we also have an extensive depth of geographic exposure across 50 countries and the breadth of 53,000 experts. As one of the largest engineering contractors, we have access to 17,000 staff in the Middle East making us one of the largest multidisciplinary consultancies in the region.

Rewards & Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary

• Transportation at Al Ula

• Medical and life insurance cover

• 22 working days annual leave

• Accommodation at Al Ula

• Company gratuity scheme

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented

Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice

Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect

Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement

Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees ability.