Job description

The Workforce Project Director - Commercial Office Development is responsible for leading the planning and delivery of multiple corporate workplace projects for Qiddiya, including the new corporate headquarters and interim workplaces in Riyadh and site-based accommodation. This client-side leadership role spans the entire project lifecycle from early concept and business case development through design, procurement, construction, fit-out, commissioning, and operational handover. The Director will ensure alignment between workplace projects and Qiddiya’s strategic objectives, governance standards, and employee needs, while also providing advisory services to prospective Qiddiya City tenants. Key duties include translating strategic goals into workplace outcomes, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and schedule targets, managing external consultants, and overseeing all phases of design and delivery. The role requires strong technical expertise in workplace planning, sustainability standards (LEED, GBCA, BREEAM, WELL), accessibility compliance (DDA), project budgeting, procurement, program management, and value engineering. The Project Director will prepare business cases, board papers, and risk reports for executive and government stakeholders, ensuring probity, equity, and value-for-money in procurement. Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, with the ability to work collaboratively across internal teams, manage change initiatives, and promote an inclusive, high-performing workplace. The position is based in Riyadh/Qiddiya City with site visits and potential GCC/international travel, and requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience delivering complex corporate workplace projects, preferably with GCC exposure.