Summary
Avanceon is seeking a Technical Execution Lead to oversee end-to-end project delivery in Saudi Arabia. The role coordinates with KSA project managers, clients and consultants, as well as engineering teams in Pakistan, and covers design, procurement coordination, site execution, commissioning and handover. Responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, quality and budget; reviewing commercial and technical documents; and reporting progress, risks and resource needs. Strong project leadership and technical understanding of ELV, BMS, ICT or MEP systems are required; English is required, and Arabic is an advantage.
The posting
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We are seeking a highly experienced Execution Lead – KSA, who will act as the front-line delivery leader responsible for end-to-end execution of projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The role requires strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities to ensure successful project delivery in close coordination with Project Managers (based in KSA), clients, consultants, and internal engineering teams in Pakistan. The Execution Lead will be responsible for translating project requirements into executable deliverables, ensuring timely completion of design, engineering, procurement coordination, site execution, documentation, and client communication.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Execution Leadership
•Lead complete project execution lifecycle from kickoff to handover
•Ensure adherence to project scope, timeline, quality, and budget
•Act as primary execution authority between KSA PM, client, and Pakistan engineering teams
•Drive site execution strategy and resolve execution bottlenecks proactively
2. Techno-Commercial Management
•Review BOQs, project scope, and contract documents from execution perspective
•Identify variation opportunities, claims, and scope gaps
•Coordinate with commercial team for cost control and project profitability
•Support in vendor negotiations, procurement strategy, and technical evaluation
•Explore new opportunities
3. Design & Engineering Coordination
•Oversee design deliverables including drawings, submittals, and technical documentation
•Ensure timely resolution of RFIs, technical queries, and consultant comments
•Validate engineering outputs against project requirements and standards
•Coordinate between design teams (Pakistan) and site execution requirements (KSA)
4. Client & Stakeholder Management
•Serve as key technical and execution interface with client and consultant teams
•Participate in progress meetings, technical discussions, and site coordination meetings
•Ensure clear communication of project progress, risks, and mitigation plans
•Maintain strong professional relationships with stakeholders in KSA
5. Site & Construction Management
•Oversee site execution activities through site teams / subcontractors
•Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
•Monitor progress and enforce corrective actions where required
•Conduct regular site visits (as applicable) for execution control
•Oversee site commissioning activities
6. Planning & Reporting
•Develop and monitor execution plans, schedules, and milestones
•Provide regular progress reports to senior management and PMO
•Highlight risks, delays, and resource requirements proactively
Core Skills
•Strong project execution and leadership capability
•Techno-commercial acumen (costing, variations, claims)
•Excellent coordination and stakeholder management
•Strong technical understanding of ELV / BMS / ICT / MEP systems
•Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies
•Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
•Strong communication skills (English; Arabic is a plus)
Personality Traits
•Hands-on execution mindset (“owner of delivery” attitude)
•Proactive and solution-oriented
•Strong accountability and ownership
•Ability to work under high-pressure project environments
•Strong leadership and team-driving capability