Job Overview

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 

The successful candidate will support project managers across multiple initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. 

This role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners.

About the Company

Our organization is a leading, dynamic company within our industry, committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and stakeholders. 

We value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, offering a collaborative environment where professionals can grow their skills and contribute to meaningful projects.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinate project activities, schedules, and resources to ensure timely delivery
• Assist project managers with planning, tracking, and reporting progress
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, status reports, risk registers, and change logs
• Facilitate meetings, capture decisions, action items, and follow up on deliverables
• Monitor project timelines, dependencies, and critical path activities; escalate issues when necessary
• Support procurement and vendor management activities, including RFP preparation and contract administration as applicable
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, IT, quality, safety) to ensure adherence to standards and processes
• Assist in budget tracking, expense reporting, and cost control measures
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety regulations, and quality requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process inefficiencies and proposing solutions

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering)
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project coordination or a similar role
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Microsoft Office, and collaboration platforms)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication in both English and Arabic
• Attention to detail and a proactive, solution-focused mindset
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at various levels
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting to track project performance
• Willingness to travel locally as required by project needs

Required Skills

• Project coordination and scheduling
• Documentation management and reporting
• Meeting facilitation and stakeholder management
• Budget and cost control awareness
• Risk and issue management
• Vendor and procurement coordination
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Annual leave and public holiday entitlement
• Medical and health benefits
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
• Employee assistance programs and a collaborative workplace culture