Construction Manager – Freelance (m/f/d)

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Full-time

Freelancer

Your mission

The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing all construction activities for a permanent installation project in Riyadh. The role ensures the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and client representatives.

The Construction Manager will lead site-based activities from planning and mobilisation through installation, related operations, and demobilisation phases.

This is a temporary freelance role for the below-mentioned duration. Candidates must have all required documentation, permits and/or visas in place to legally work in Saudi Arabia for the duration of the assignment.

Duration: ASAP-end of May 2027.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

Manage all construction and site installation activities fortheassigned project.
Develop and oversee construction schedules in line with overall project timelines.
Coordinate labour, equipment, subcontractors, and material requirements.
Ensure all works are delivered according to project specifications and drawings.
Monitor progress and implement corrective actionswhererequiredtomaintainprogramme milestones.
Support value engineering initiatives andidentifyefficiencies in delivery.

Site Management

Lead day-to-day site operations during build-up and dismantle periods.
Ensure effective supervision of contractors, suppliers, and freelance crews.
Conduct regular site inspections to verify quality and compliance standards.
Maintainaccuratesite records, reports, and progress updates.
Manage sitelogistics, access control, storage, and installation sequencing.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Promote and enforce a strong health and safety culture across all project activities.
Ensure compliance with local regulations, permits, venue requirements, and company HSE policies.
Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and risk assessments.
Review and approve method statements and construction documentation.
Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary construction point of contact for project stakeholders.
Coordinate with project managers, production teams, designers, venue representatives, and clients.
Attend project meetings and provide construction progress updates.
Resolve site-related issues quickly and professionally.

Budget & Commercial Oversight

Monitor construction-related budgets and labour costs.
Review supplier and subcontractor performance.
Supportprocurement planning and resource allocation.
Support change management and variation tracking processes.

Your profile

Minimum 5-7 years' experience in construction management/civil engineeringwith exposure to projectsinthe Middle East.
Excellent understanding of construction methodologies and site management practices.
Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documentation.
Experience managing subcontractors,freelanceandlabour teams.
Ideally, you are already based in Saudi Arabia and speak fluent Arabic.

Why us?

The opportunity to work in an international and multi-cultural team with collaboration across our offices in the Middle East and Europe.
Collaborative and motivated working environment.
Trusting and partnership-based cooperation across all units.
An innovative and growth-oriented company with a matrix organizational structure and an open corporate culture.

About us

BeWunder is your turnkey partner specializing in Event Production and Spatial Experiences.

We create inspiring and unforgettable experiences for our clients and their guests. Our renowned and highly-skilled team of industry experts in both live events and permanent construction is well-versed in bridging the gap between vision and reality. We design, deliver and service complex, challenging, and large-scale projects in the field of museums and exhibitions, EXPO and brand pavilions, visitor and experience centers, digital art spaces, live events - both corporate and sporting, as well as conferences and multimedia shows.

Our passion lies in producing multisensory and immersive experiences, a perfect blend of new technologies and content, staged lighting and interactive elements.

With our international track record in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are perfectly positioned to realize exceptional projects for our clients around the globe, from initial concept design through to final installation and beyond!