Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced Program Manager to lead and manage Physical AI programs, with a focus on the end-to-end RFP process in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will bring 12-14 years of program management expertise, combining mastery of integrated planning, milestone tracking, risk management, and executive reporting with a strong technical understanding of Physical AI solutions. This role requires strategic oversight, stakeholder engagement, and a proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain integrated program plans for Physical AI RFP initiatives
- Track and report on milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple workstreams
- Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
- Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and presentations to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Lead the RFP process end-to-end: requirements gathering, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and selection
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, legal, and finance, to drive program objectives
- Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops, steering committee meetings, and status reviews
- Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements in Riyadh
Required Qualifications:
- 12-14 years of experience in program management, with a focus on large-scale, cross-functional programs
- Proven expertise in integrated program planning and schedule management
- Strong experience in milestone and dependency tracking across multiple teams
- Demonstrated ability in risk management and issue resolution
- Excellent executive and stakeholder reporting skills, including developing dashboards and presentations
- Technical knowledge of Physical AI concepts, technologies, and applications
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP, Prince2, or equivalent program management certification
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Experience with defense or government RFP processes in the Middle East
- Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies
- Arabic language proficiency in addition to English
- Experience working in Riyadh or within the Saudi market
Position Details
- Position Title: Program Manager – Physical AI Programs_RFP
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Industry: Consulting / Professional Services
- Experience Required: 12+ years
