Senior Construction Manager (Civil Works)

Manning Global, an Internationally renowned staffing and managed services organization specializing in providing staffing solutions for leading corporations in AI, IT & Telecoms, Engineering, Digital Media, Automotive and Renewable Energy is is recruiting for Senior Construction Manager (Civil Works) on behalf of one of their blue-chip international clients to join their organization in the Saudi Arabia. Job Title: Senior Construction Manager (Civil Works) Employment: Full time Start Date: November 2026 Country: Saudi Arabia, Jeddah - Model: Onsite Salary Range: TBD Contact: Davor Molnar on: 49 (0) 89 23 88 98 63 Key Responsibilities: Site Execution & Project Management Lead site operations for all civil engineering and construction activities from groundbreaking through to handover. Drive project schedules by monitoring critical path activities, managing resources, and implementing recovery plans when necessary. Manage site budgets, track expenditures, optimize resource allocation, and minimize material waste. Oversee subcontractors and vendors, ensuring strict adherence to contractual terms, performance metrics, and delivery timelines. Quality, Safety & Compliance Enforce an absolute zero-harm culture, ensuring all site activities strictly comply with HSE policies, local labor laws, and environmental regulations. Review engineering drawings, specifications, and method statements to identify constructability issues or discrepancies early. Guarantee rigorous quality control, overseeing inspections, testing procedures (soil, concrete, etc.), and the successful resolution of punch list items. Stakeholder Coordination & Leadership Serve as the primary site liaison for clients, consultants, architects, and local regulatory authorities. Mentor and develop junior construction managers, site engineers, and supervisors to foster a high-performing site team. Lead progress meetings, preparing detailed weekly and monthly status reports on site advancement, safety, and financial metrics Experience/Qualifications: Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil construction project management, with a proven track record of delivering heavy civil, infrastructure, or large-scale commercial/industrial projects. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field. Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or professional engineering licensure (PE / Chartered status) is highly preferred. Certified safety credentials (e.g., OSHA, NEBOSH) are a strong plus. Technical & Soft Skills Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of civil construction methods, structural concrete works, earthworks, drainage systems, and heavy equipment management. Document Proficiency: Expert ability to interpret complex execution drawings, structural designs, and FIDIC/local construction contracts. Software Aptitude: Proficiency in project scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and CAD software. Leadership: Powerful communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills capable of managing diverse stakeholder groups.