Local Content Manager

Want to shape local content strategy in Saudi Arabia and help drive compliant, competitive growth across complex projects? Your expertise might just make you our new Local Content Manager in KSA.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.

You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

As our Global Local Content Manager in KSA, you will lead Local Content compliance, performance and continuous improvement activities related to Saudi Arabia. The role covers both entity-level requirements and Saudi-related projects globally, supporting bids, project delivery and strategic decision-making across the business.

Working closely with Partners, Project Directors, Finance, Legal, Commercial, Procurement and Operations teams, you will help maximise bid competitiveness, maintain compliance and support sustainable growth in the Kingdom.

• Lead the annual Local Content certification and audit process for the entity.
• Monitor compliance with applicable Saudi Local Content regulations and requirements.
• Maintain policies, controls and reporting processes to support ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
• Track regulatory developments and assess their impact on Buro Happold’s operating model, projects and growth strategy.
• Prepare Local Content reporting, risk assessments and performance updates for leadership and governance forums.
• Act as the Local Content subject matter expert for Saudi-related opportunities globally.
• Support bid teams in assessing Local Content requirements, contractual obligations and associated risks.
• Calculate and validate project-specific Local Content targets in line with LCGPA methodologies.
• Develop Local Content simulations and scenario modelling to support bid strategies, delivery approaches and contracting decisions.
• Work with Partners, Project Directors and Commercial teams to embed Local Content requirements into project execution plans.
• Support the preparation of Local Content certificates, bid submissions and client reporting.
• Help project teams establish achievable and compliant Local Content targets.
• Monitor project performance against committed Local Content targets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyse actual costs, forecasts and EAC data to identify performance trends and emerging risks.
• Work with project teams to develop mitigation plans where commitments are at risk.
• Support project-level audits, reporting obligations and compliance reviews, escalating material risks through the appropriate governance channels.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Commercial, Procurement and Operations teams to improve Local Content performance across the business.
• Develop practical guidance, tools, templates and dashboards, and deliver training and awareness sessions across the business.
• Promote a proactive culture of compliance, accountability and continuous improvement.

You will bring strong commercial judgement, analytical capability and an excellent understanding of Local Content requirements within Saudi Arabia or similar localisation frameworks.

• Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working with Saudi Local Content, IKTVA, ICV or similar localisation frameworks.
• Strong financial, commercial and analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including calculation models, forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Experience analysing project financial data, budgets, forecasts and performance metrics.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical…