Handover Completion Manager

Description

Jasara Program Management Company (Jasara PMC) is a leading joint venture between Public Investment Fund (PIF), Jacobs, and Saudi Aramco, established to deliver world-class program management services across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Jasara plays a key role in supporting the realization of Saudi Vision 2030, particularly in delivering giga-projects and large-scale infrastructure developments.

We are seeking an accomplished Handover / Completions Manager to join Jasara PMC. The Handover / Completions Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the end-of-project phase, ensuring all construction works are completed, tested, documented, and handed over to the client in full compliance with contractual, regulatory, and quality requirements. This role ensures a smooth transition from construction to operation.

Key responsibilities

Project completion strategy

Develop and implement a comprehensive handover and completion strategy

Define completion milestones, timelines, and deliverables aligned with the overall project plan

Lead readiness reviews to ensure all disciplines are aligned for project close-out

Snagging & close-out management

Manage and oversee snagging and de-snagging processes

Ensure timely identification, tracking, and closure of all defects

Provide regular reporting on completion status and outstanding items

Testing & commissioning oversight

Coordinate and monitor all testing and commissioning activities

Ensure systems are fully functional and compliant with project specifications

Collaborate with engineering, MEP, and specialist teams

Handover documentation

Ensure completeness and accuracy of all required documentation, including:

As-built drawings

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals

Warranties and certifications

Regulatory approvals

Maintain structured and auditable document control throughout completion phase

Client handover & stakeholder engagement

Manage the formal project handover process to the client/end-user

Lead inspections, walkthroughs, and approvals

Act as the primary interface during the handover phase with:

Clients

Consultants

Contractors

Authorities

Quality assurance & compliance

Ensure all works meet contractual quality and compliance standards

Collaborate with QA/QC teams to close non-conformances

Drive continuous improvement across close-out activities

Risk & issue management

Identify potential risks impacting completion timelines

Develop mitigation strategies and recovery plans

Resolve issues proactively to avoid delays in handover

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline

Minimum 10 years of total experience in project delivery

Minimum 3-5 years in handover, completions, or project close-out roles

Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or giga-projects preferred