Technical Project Manager - Smart , Ai

Duncan & Ross is hiring Technical Project Managers to deliver smart city, AI and networking programmes for Saudi Arabia's giga-projects and destination developers. You'll own technology delivery end to end, from design and procurement through integration, testing and handover, on some of the most ambitious builds in the region.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of smart city and smart destination technology projects, such as IoT and sensor networks, command and control centres, smart mobility, CCTV and video analytics, and smart building systems.
• Deliver AI and data projects, including computer vision, footfall and crowd analytics, predictive maintenance and digital twins, from proof of concept to live operation.
• Manage the rollout of active and passive network infrastructure: fibre backbone, data centres, LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, 5G/LTE, ELV and telecom systems.
• Coordinate with master planners, design consultants, MEP and construction contractors so technology is integrated into the build programme at the right stage.
• Run vendor and systems-integrator selection, from RFPs and technical evaluation to contract award, and manage delivery against SLAs and milestones.
• Own scope, schedule, budget, risks and dependencies, and report progress to steering committees and executive stakeholders.
• Oversee system integration, testing (FAT, SAT, UAT), commissioning, operational readiness and handover to operations.
• Ensure delivery meets client standards and Saudi regulations, including cybersecurity (NCA) and data‑protection requirements.

• PMP certification.
• 8+ years managing technology projects, including at least 3 on smart city, smart destination, giga-project or large infrastructure programmes.
• Smart city: delivery of IoT platforms, integrated command centres, smart mobility, security and surveillance, or building management systems.
• AI and data: delivery of AI‑enabled solutions such as computer vision, video analytics, predictive analytics or digital twins, and a working understanding of data platforms and AI governance.
• Networking: solid technical grounding in network infrastructure: fibre and structured cabling, LAN/WAN, Wi‑Fi, data centres and telecom systems.
• Experience managing systems integrators, OEMs and multi‑vendor delivery against contracts and SLAs.
• Experience working with construction, MEP and design teams on new‑build developments.
• Strong governance, reporting and stakeholder‑management skills, including at executive and board level.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

• Arabic, spoken and written (strongly preferred).
• Previous work on Saudi giga-projects or other large destination, entertainment or tourism developments.
• Theme park, leisure or hospitality technology experience, for example ticketing, guest experience or park operations systems.
• Additional certifications such as PRINCE2, PgMP, Agile/Scrum, ITIL or CCNA/CCNP.
• Familiarity with Saudi NCA cybersecurity controls and data‑protection regulations.

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