Project Manager – Capability Development
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. BAE Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
Project Manager - Capability Development
Grade: 12
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.
BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.
You will be responsible for targeted development, deployment and continuous improvement of BAE Systems Saudi Arabia Programme / Project Management Capabilities plus ensuring the measured application of policies / processes and toolsets are fit for purpose for the Business Unit (BU) needs.
You will continuously measure and report the position of the PM capabilities through the Maturity Assessments and other mechanisms. Establish and lead Project Management Improvement Working Groups. Support the Head of PM Capability to establish, develop and grow the PM capabilities for the Project Management Community.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Developing (including continuous) improvement and deploying Project Management Capabilities across lines of business and functions by:
Ensuring that designated Project Management Improvements are identified and deployed to the Business Unit, and that stakeholders are provided with regular updates on improvement progress.
Providing interfaces, domain expertise and knowledge in the delivery of Project Management Capability with all Project Management stakeholders.
Capturing, developing and discharging new and existing Project Management competencies and capabilities (Policies, Processes and Toolsets) to the Business Unit.
Implementing PM Assurance and Maturity Assessments to measure the current capability levels and assist in identifying capability gaps, and subsequent evidence of delivery including associated benefit returns of strategic capability deployments.
Manage the PM Capability Development team, that includes the development of improvement plans and the management and reporting of its execution.
Establishing Information and Knowledge Management capability that enables the capture of Lessons Learned and identification of Continuous Improvements within PM Governance and Capabilities.
Supporting and assisting with the development and deployment of Corporate Project Management Council and Performance Excellence capabilities.
Supporting the implementation of the BAE Systems Saudi Arabia “Fit for Purpose” activities / project.
Providing PM Functional representation at LoB Programme and/or Project reviews.
Deploying relationships between the PM function, business units, wider community & cross functions.
Support Corporate PM Council working groups as the nominated representative.
Holding responsibility for applicable financial budget identification and reporting against agreed headcount.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential
Educated to a bachelor’s degree level preferably in Engineering or Project Management related discipline.
Accredited Project Management Professional obtained from a recognised Institute or Association.
Working knowledge and experience of all Project Management competencies in a complex engineering business with extensive relevant experience.
Extensive experience in the application of Project Lifecycle Management.
Capable of assigning resources to manage internal projects, ensuring completion on time, to cost and specification, including appropriate adherence to LCM.
Able to demonstrate the skills required in forward planning, communication and involvement of key stakeholders in contributing to the success of this role.
Excellent communication skills, required to engage, and influence both SN/EE both the Project Management community, motivate and control team performance and discharge Line of Business Capability requirements.
Able to demonstrate the ability to think strategically and logically. Flexibility and adaptability in developing new initiatives within Project Management remit.
Exposure to Corporate Project Management Governance requirement to be able to implement or escalate project management issues within BAE Systems Saudi Arabia.
Project Management of complex major multinational contracts over a significant and diverse vendor base.
Management of large multifunctional, multi-Business Unit Teams in a large multi-national environment in a complex, demanding and responsive environment.
EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.
On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.