BACKGROUND: Our client, a U.S. based science, technology, and engineering leader, operates across diverse markets such as aerospace, defense, hydrocarbons, and construction. They serve as the client-integrated Project Management Consultancy (PMC) for a transformative $20 billion giga project in Saudi Arabia, set to transform the city’s urban landscape.
The Hiring Challenge
The client faced significant difficulties sourcing PM-level experts for intricate and iconic building designs. Additionally, slow visa processing caused delayed mobilisations and frequent dropouts as the client’s internal staff struggled to keep pace with the demands of the project. Consequently, the mobilisation times extended beyond three months impending their ability to meet the project’s demanding timelines.
Our Solution
NES has been situated in the heart of Saudi Arabia for over a decade, we have offices in Dhahran and Riyadh, staffed with local personnel and expatriates to ensure that our clients receive the best possible service and market expertise.
Leveraging our extensive talent pool, we successfully provided the client with a curated shortlist of high-level, niche talent within 48 hours of the role confirmation. This rapid turnaround enabled us to arrange interviews within the same week, ensuring a swift and efficient hiring process.
Following the client’s confirmations and the project owner’s approval (which took two weeks), our dedicated Assignment Support teams mobilised 5 urgent roles within an impressive 15-day timeframe. The hired personnel are from Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, South Africa, Hungary, and Serbia.
Roles Managed:
- Design Manager
- Senior Design Manager
- HSE Manager
- Procurement Manager
NES ensured that all personnel received compliant residency visas as well as booking their flights, arranging hotel accommodations, and mobilising them ahead of their expected start dates. This streamlined process enabled our clients to promptly meet their client’s demands and continue expanding the scope of the iconic giga project.
The Results of Our Support
Due to the successful mobilisations, the client increased the number of hires they wanted NES to deliver on and broadened the scope of projects. The leadership team embraces a highly collaborative approach when presenting opportunities to NES, and this dynamic partnership highlights a shared vision and a solid commitment to working closely together, enhancing project outcomes, and driving exceptional success. We’re looking forward to working on other projects with our client long into the future.