Client of Guildhall · Riyadh, SA
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About the Role Guildhall is running this search for a systems integrator delivering large-scale ELV, ICT, security and smart-city projects across Saudi Arabia's giga-project and mixed-use development pipeline. This ELV Project Manager role in Riyadh owns one or more live projects end-to-end, from kickoff through testing, commissioning and handover, with full commercial control over cost, variations and claims. The business is scaling delivery capacity to keep pace with a growing project pipeline and needs someone who can run a large ELV scope independently from day one. It's a seat with direct exposure to Tier-1 main contractors and consultants, on projects of real scale. The role Own one or more live ELV projects in Riyadh, end-to-end. Manage security, ICT/structured cabling, AV, BMS and integration systems delivery. Run testing, commissioning and handover to final client sign-off. Control budgets, cash flow, variations, claims and contractual risk. Coordinate design, engineering, procurement and site teams directly. Act as main point of contact for clients and consultants. Why apply through Guildhall Boutique executive search firm in Dubai, established 2010. 8x independent industry awards since 2020. 4.9-star Google rating from 250+ reviews. Direct access to the retained consultant running this search, with a confidential process. Hiring an ELV Project Manager in Riyadh Saudi Arabia's giga-project and mixed-use development pipeline is driving strong demand for ELV Project Managers who can run delivery independently. In this market, the role typically owns a live ELV scope covering security, ICT, AV and BMS integration, reporting into a project or programme director, with direct commercial responsibility for cost, variations and claims. Employers increasingly look for candidates with proven experience working alongside Tier-1 main contractors and consultants in Saudi Arabia, given the scale and pace of current developments. Common questions 5+ years as a Project Manager specifically in ELV systems. Track record running large, complex projects: giga, hospitality or mixed-use scale. Direct experience with Tier-1 main contractors and consultants in Saudi Arabia. Strong commercial grip: cost control, variations and claims management. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications or related field. Fluent English; Arabic an advantage.