Project Director

Project Director – Industrial, Logistics & Biotech Infrastructure

Location:Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary:Highly Competitive – typically
USD 115,795 – USD 217,116 per year
(depending on seniority & experience)
Languages:
Chinese & English (Fluent);
Arabic preferred
Sector:Biotechnology
· Industrial Construction
· Large‑Scale Infrastructure
Employment Type:Full-time, On-site

A major public‑sector organisation within the
biotechnology and advanced research sector
is undergoing a significant global expansion. Headquartered in Asia, the employer is recognised for:

• World-leading R&D capabilities
• Strategic investment in global biotech and industrial infrastructure
• Large‑scale project delivery across international markets
• A strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and technology localisation

The company is rapidly developing its footprint across the
Middle East
, with major industrial, logistics, and biotech facilities in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This expansion requires seasoned leadership capable of driving complex project delivery in fast‑growing, high‑impact environments.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior construction professional to shape the regional execution of cutting‑edge biotech and industrial infrastructure projects.

The
Project Director
will serve as the senior‑most leader overseeing project management, construction execution, technology localisation, and multidisciplinary coordination across major Middle East projects. This is a high‑visibility leadership position responsible for the successful delivery of strategic industrial and logistics developments.

• Lead all construction and project management activities across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
• Represent the client‑side (Party
  
  A) in major offshore and local contractor engagements.
• Oversee project lifecycle management from design through execution and commissioning.

• Manage complex projects delivered through
  multiple prime contracts
  or
  parallel contracting models
  .
• Provide senior‑level interface management between contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

• Maintain expert understanding of regional construction laws, policies, and approval regulations.
• Ensure compliance across all project phases while proactively identifying and mitigating territory‑specific risks.

• Interpret and adapt technical standards such as
  Saudi Building Code (SBC)and the
  UAE Fire & Life Safety Code
  .
• Lead harmonisation between domestic engineering outputs and local engineering requirements.

• Translate domestic R&D and technical innovations into feasible Middle East applications.
• Optimise and localise engineering solutions to ensure cost efficiency, constructability, and regulatory compliance.

• Serve as the communication bridge between domestic technical teams and Middle East project teams.
• Build cohesive relationships across design, supervision, supply chain, and subcontractor networks.

• Conduct local market analysis for materials and equipment.
• Work with procurement teams to define supply chain strategies, supplier selection, and contract technical terms.

• Deliver technical briefings to construction teams and validate site‑level execution.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety, budget, and schedule expectations.

• Identify and resolve design, technical, or progress‑related challenges.
• Collect feedback and data to support ongoing optimisation of processes and technical solutions.

• Bachelors degree in
  Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture
  , or related field.

• 8–12+ years of senior project or construction management experience in the Middle East.
• Proven leadership in
  industrial plants, logistics real estate, or infrastructure mega projects
  .
• Client‑side (Party
  
  A) experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong exposure to…