Summary
Jasara Program Management Company is seeking a Handover and Completions Manager in Riyadh. The role leads project close-out, including completion planning, snagging, testing and commissioning, and coordination with engineering and specialist teams. It also oversees handover documentation, client inspections and approvals, quality compliance, and risks affecting completion timelines. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline, at least 10 years of project delivery experience, and 3–5 years in handover, completions, or project close-out roles.
The posting
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Jasara Program Management Company (Jasara PMC) is a leading Joint Venture between Public Investment Fund (PIF), Jacobs, and Saudi Aramco, established to deliver world-class program management services across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Jasara plays a key role in supporting the realization of Saudi Vision 2030, particularly in delivering giga-projects and large-scale infrastructure developments.
We are seeking an accomplished Handover / Completions Manager to join JASARA PMC. The Handover / Completions Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the end-of-project phase, ensuring all construction works are completed, tested, documented, and handed over to the client in full compliance with contractual, regulatory, and quality requirements. This role ensures a smooth transition from construction to operation.
Project Completion Strategy
- Develop and implement a comprehensive handover and completion strategy
- Define completion milestones, timelines, and deliverables aligned with the overall project plan
- Lead readiness reviews to ensure all disciplines are aligned for project close-out
Snagging & Close-Out Management
- Manage and oversee snagging and de-snagging processes
- Ensure timely identification, tracking, and closure of all defects
- Provide regular reporting on completion status and outstanding items
Testing & Commissioning Oversight
- Coordinate and monitor all testing and commissioning activities
- Ensure systems are fully functional and compliant with project specifications
- Collaborate with engineering, MEP, and specialist teams
Handover Documentation
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of all required documentation, including:
- As-built drawings
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals
- Warranties and certifications
- Regulatory approvals
- Maintain structured and auditable document control throughout completion phase
Client Handover & Stakeholder Engagement
- Manage the formal project handover process to the client/end-user
- Lead inspections, walkthroughs, and approvals
- Act as the primary interface during the handover phase with:
- Clients
- Consultants
- Contractors
- Authorities
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure all works meet contractual quality and compliance standards
- Collaborate with QA/QC teams to close non-conformances
- Drive continuous improvement across close-out activities
Risk & Issue Management
- Identify potential risks impacting completion timelines
- Develop mitigation strategies and recovery plans
- Resolve issues proactively to avoid delays in handover
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
- Minimum 10 years of total experience in project delivery
- Minimum 3-5 years in handover, completions, or project close-out roles
- Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or giga-projects preferred