Talent Pool (Buildings Project) – HSE Manager

Provide PMC oversight of all Health, Safety and Environmental activities on the villa project, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, client standards and Saudi regulations.

Review and monitor contractor HSE management systems, plans, procedures, method statements and risk assessments, verifying implementation and effectiveness.

Advise the Project Director and senior management on contractor HSE performance, gaps, and areas requiring corrective action.

Conduct regular HSE audits, site inspections and reviews, and provide independent assurance that HSE standards are being maintained across all works.

Review contractor HSE organizational structures, staffing levels and key personnel qualifications, ensuring resources are adequate to meet project requirements.

Oversee high-risk construction activities, providing guidance to the supervision team and ensuring that contractors manage hazards in accordance with approved procedures.

Lead review of incidents and near-misses, ensuring thorough investigation, root cause analysis and follow-up on corrective and preventive actions by the contractor.

Prepare, consolidate and submit HSE performance reports, dashboards and statistical summaries to the client and senior management.

Provide technical guidance and strategic advice to the PMC supervision team to drive continuous improvement in HSE performance and culture.

Chair and participate in HSE, progress and executive meetings, representing the PMC perspective on all HSE matters.

Coordinate closely with client representatives, supervision staff and contractor HSE teams to align project HSE objectives and priorities.

Ensure compliance with Hill International’s corporate Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health policies and procedures.

Participate in project close-out activities, including review of HSE documentation, lessons learned, and verification of compliance with contractual obligations.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director or line manager

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering or a related discipline.

A minimum of 15 years’ experience in Health, Safety and Environmental management within large-scale construction projects, with proven experience in a PMC.

NEBOSH Diploma or an equivalent internationally recognized HSE qualification is required, with Lead Auditor certification (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001) considered an advantage.

Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian HSE regulations, international standards and best practices is essential.

The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence contractor performance and promote a positive safety culture across the project.

Excellent command of written and spoken English is required, with Arabic language skills considered beneficial.

Ability to manage priorities, coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver within a fast-paced project environment is essential.