You will join a world-leading data centre design and engineering team as a Junior Project Manager. You will work in Riyadh and help deliver complex, mission-critical projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.This role suits a driven project management professional who wants to develop within large-scale data centre projects. You will work with international teams and grow alongside Haskoning’s expanding MCF presence in KSA.

What you will do as Junior Project Manager (MCF/ Data Centres)

As a Junior Project Manager in our Mission Critical Facilities Data Centres team in Riyadh, you will support senior project managers. You will help them with the delivery of multidisciplinary data centre projects. You will work in many project phases. These phases range from early feasibility and concept design to detailed design and procurement. You will also support construction activities and help with the final delivery of each project.

You will help coordinate internal design and engineering teams. Furthermore, you will manage project information and support planning and reporting. You will work with experienced project and design managers who guide you in developing your project management skills. Over time, you will take more responsibility for agreed work packages and smaller project scopes.

Your Main Responsibilities Include

• Supporting senior project managers in the delivery of complex data centre and mission-critical projects;
• Assisting with the coordination of multidisciplinary design and engineering teams;
• Supporting project controls, including planning, cost tracking, risk management, reporting and change control;
• Helping manage project scope, deliverables, documentation and stakeholder messaging;
• Contributing to client meetings, internal project reviews and progress reporting;
• Supporting proposals, tenders, fee estimates and project execution plans;
• Taking ownership of assigned tasks and smaller work packages while developing your professional project management skills.
  
  

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy combining engineering, design, and technology. Guided by our mission Enhancing Society Together, you’ll work on meaningful, challenging projects that create real impact. You'll do this together with 6,800 colleagues across 25+ countries and backed by over 140 years of expertise. Want to know more? Visit our about us page.

As our new Junior Project Manager (MCF/ Data Centres), you will become part of our global Mission Critical Facilities team. Our global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team provides a multidisciplinary package of consultancy services for our datacentre clients. We provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to our clients, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Our team consists of colleagues with all kinds of different expertise. For example, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, civil, structure, building, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Together we use our knowledge and expertise to develop integrated designs for Data Centres.

Curious about our work? Here you will find examples of some our projects.

You will work from our Riyadh office and closely support colleagues and clients in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You will also connect with teams and customers across our international data centre network.

What you bring

You are an initiative-taking, organised, and driven professional with a deep interest in complex technical projects. You enjoy international teamwork and you can clearly express yourself while working with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders. Besides, you are eager to develop into a strong project manager within data centres.

Besides That, You Have

• A technical university degree, preferably in civil, mechanical, electrical engineering, construction management or related;
• Experience in project management, engineering, construction or consultancy, preferably within technical or industrial projects;
• Affinity with large-scale technical, mission-critical or data centre projects;
• Strong organisational skills, supporting planning, reporting, documentation and project administration;
• Good knowledge of MS Office, with MS Project, Primavera, BIM360, CDE or similar platforms an advantage;
• Excellent English;
• Saudi Arabian nationality (KSA national) is required for this position, as the role supports our efforts to build a local team delivering value to local projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  
  

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What We Offer

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary aligned with your skills and experience and with annual increases.
• Prioritisation of your well-being: by offering flexibility, support and a strong sense of community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
• International collaboration: The opportunity to work with experienced colleagues across our global Mission Critical Facilities network.
• A long-term position with strong development opportunities, a laptop and a company cell phone.
• A workplace in our Riyadh office, KSA.
• The chance to develop your project management career in a global leading data centre team.
  
  

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible.

The application process then consists of 2 interviews and possibly an assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Pieter van Rhee, Recruiter Mission Critical Facilities, at [Click to show email].

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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