Sara Almahoudi
Riyadh,01
Summary
Project Management & Delivery Professional with 5 years of progressive experience in project delivery and PMO operations across large-scale infrastructure and development projects. Proven expertise in managing all phases of the project lifecycle—from detailed planning and procurement to construction oversight and closeout—while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory standards. Adept at coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and driving efficiency to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets. Strong communicator and collaborator committed to delivering projects that contribute to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Specialist – PMO
Red Sea Global
02.2025 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of the Resilience function within the PMO.
- Oversaw business continuity planning and incident response program development for operating assets.
- Coordinated multi-departmental engagement to align emergency preparedness with strategic goals.
- Directed scenario planning, risk assessment, and escalation protocol documentation.
Senior Project Engineer
Red Sea Global
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Directed design, procurement, and construction activities for major development packages, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and quality targets.
- Prepared and evaluated procurement packages (EOIs, ERs, RFPs), led technical assessments, and secured award approvals.
- Managed delivery of The Marina Basin (SAR 560M), overseeing marine works, dewatering operations, and contractor performance to achieve project objectives.
- Led the Civic Assets Program (SAR 380M) through design coordination and procurement, ensuring on-time, compliant delivery.
- Controlled contract changes and payments, resolving variations and validating IPCs to safeguard project cost and scope.
Project Engineer
Red Sea Global
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered the Triple Bay North Interchange (SAR 90M) , managing construction works, coordinating contractors, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Monitored construction progress and reports (WIRs, MIRs, NCRs) to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Reviewed and approved technical submittals, ITPs, method statements, and procurement plans.
- Guided contractors to meet project schedules and requirements, proactively managing risks to avoid delays.
- Led handover procedures, including snagging, checklist validation, and issuance of Taking Over Certificates.
Civil Engineer
Saudi Arabian Parsons Limited
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed and tracked project documentation including RFIs, shop drawings, and material submittals.
- Reviewed engineering deliverables across disciplines to ensure compliance with project criteria.
- Developed road geometry layouts, profiles, and cross-sections following AASHTO and MOT standards.
Graduate Engineer – Civil
WSP, Middle East
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted in preparing technical design reports for infrastructure projects.
- Developed potable water network designs in accordance with MEWA and NWC standards.
- Supported demand calculations and system layout development for potable water networks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University
Fresno, CA08.2019
Skills
- Project Management & Coordination
- Tender Management
- Construction Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Change Management
- Progress Reporting & Documentation
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Strong Communication Skills
- AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office Applications
- Fluent in Arabic & English
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)® – Project Management Institute
- Member – Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)
Timeline
Senior Specialist – PMO
Red Sea Global
02.2025 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
Red Sea Global
01.2024 - 02.2025
Project Engineer
Red Sea Global
11.2022 - 01.2024
Civil Engineer
Saudi Arabian Parsons Limited
04.2021 - 10.2022
Graduate Engineer – Civil
WSP, Middle East
09.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University
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