Project Manager – Agriculture

Job Title: Project Manager – Agriculture

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Agriculture to lead and manage agricultural projects from planning through execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-scale farming operations, crop production, greenhouse management, irrigation systems, and agricultural infrastructure.

The successful candidate will oversee project planning, resource management, budgets, and timelines while ensuring operational efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor agricultural projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage large-scale farming operations, including crop production, greenhouse projects, irrigation systems, and agricultural infrastructure.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with farm managers, agronomists, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Manage procurement of agricultural equipment, materials, and services.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of irrigation systems, greenhouses, and other agricultural facilities.
• Analyze project performance, prepare progress reports, and present updates to senior management.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across agricultural operations.
• Manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• 7–12 years of experience managing agricultural or farming projects.
• Proven experience in large-scale farming, crop production, greenhouse operations, irrigation projects, or agricultural development.
• Strong understanding of modern farming practices, irrigation systems, soil management, and agricultural technologies.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
• Experience working in the GCC, particularly Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable.

Key Competencies

• Agricultural Project Management
• Farm Operations Management
• Crop Production
• Greenhouse Management
• Irrigation Systems
• Agricultural Infrastructure
• Budget & Cost Control
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Contractor & Vendor Management
• Risk Management
• Quality & Compliance
• Leadership & Team Management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to manage large-scale agricultural and farming projects.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Professional growth and long-term career development.

Ideal Candidate Background

We are looking for professionals with project management experience in commercial agriculture, large-scale farms, greenhouse operations, horticulture, agribusiness, or agricultural development projects. Candidates from leading agricultural companies, farming enterprises, greenhouse operators, irrigation contractors, or agribusiness organizations with expertise in managing end-to-end agricultural projects will be highly preferred.