The Senior Director Assurance and Audit leads the strategic direction and execution of the Assurance and Audit function within Qiddiya’s Strategic Delivery Unit - Quality. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, consistency, and effectiveness of quality assurance and audit practices across all Development Business Units and Asset Delivery Teams. The incumbent will define and implement the assurance and audit strategy, oversee compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), and ensure audit readiness across the organization. This includes assuring stage gate deliverables, procurement quality, design compliance, and delivery execution. The role also involves leading a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and providing strategic insights to executive leadership. The Senior Director will serve as a key advisor on quality risks, champion best practices, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive excellence in project delivery.Define and drive the strategic direction of the Assurance and Audit team in alignment with organizational goalsLead the Assurance and Audit across Development Business Units and Assets Delivery TeamsLead and mentor a high-performing Assurance and Audit team of managers and specialistsDevelop and implement the Assurance and Audit strategy aligned with organizational quality goalsEnsure audit readiness and lead responses to internal and external auditsAssure stage gate deliverables for completeness and compliance.Ensure procurement quality requirements are clearly defined and consistently applied.Ensure adherence to the design quality assurance process by contractors and consultantsAssure implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) by the relevant Dev. Project teams/Dev. BusFoster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvementRepresent the Assurance and Audit team in executive leadership meetings and strategic forumsEnsure project teams have the necessary expertise and consultants for quality checks and audits.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure compliance with regulationsChampion best practices and ensure consistent adoption across the organizationIdentify and mitigate risks related to quality and complianceCollaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to drive resultsProvide regular updates and strategic insights to executive leadershipRequirementsBSc in Information Systems Management or similar degree (i.e. UK Level 6)Over 15 years of leadership experience in Construction Technology on mega or giga projectsBenefitsAttractive salary and benefits package
