Professional Summary
Talent Acquisition Expert with 7+ years in sourcing and screening top talent for large-scale engineering, construction, and real estate projects. Skilled in building talent pipelines, enhancing recruitment efficiency, and driving Saudization initiatives. Expertise in overseas recruitment, managing senior-level roles (N-1 to N-3), and executing recruitment strategies for projects like NEOM, Trojena, and Riyadh Metro. Proficient in leveraging advanced recruitment tools and social media to attract global talent, ensuring positive candidate experiences, and aligning hiring processes with business goals and Vision 2030.
Key Facts
7+
Years of Experience
50+
Mega Projects
N-1→N-3
Senior Hiring
30+
Real Estate Projects
Areas of Expertise
Recruitment Strategy Development
N-1, N-2 & N-3 Recruitment
Executive Search & Headhunting
Overseas Recruitment
LinkedIn Recruiter & Boolean Search
Employer Branding
Candidate Experience
Diversity & Inclusion (D&I)
Saudization & Nitaqat
Negotiation & Closing
Reporting & Data Analytics
Stakeholder Management
Professional Experience
Talent Acquisition Supervisor
National Housing Company (NHC) · 2024 — Present
- Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle across 30+ mega real estate development projects nationwide.
- Supported flagship projects such as Al-Fursan (50,000+ units, 35M+ sqm) and Khuzam (50,000+ units, 30M+ sqm).
- Managed recruitment for C-suite, executive, mid-level, and junior roles (N-1 to N-3) aligned with business goals.
- Sourced top Saudi and global talent via executive search, competitor mapping, LinkedIn Recruiter, and AI-driven tools.
- Ensured an inclusive, bias-free hiring process aligned with Saudization and national workforce policies.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Bechtel Corporation · 2022 — 2024
- Led recruitment across NEOM, Trojena, SAMI, Al Jubail, and Riyadh Metro projects.
- Attracted exceptional candidates through direct sourcing, competitor mapping, headhunting, and social media.
- Nurtured active and passive talent pools for current demands and future hiring needs.
- Served as brand ambassador for the EVP and program, driving a seamless candidate experience.
- Supported local Saudi national hiring and early-careers initiatives.
Senior Talent Partner — NEOM & AECOM Projects
Propel Consult · 2021 — 2022
- Resourced for NEOM across multiple disciplines: The Line, Oxygen, and NEOM Mountains.
- Sourced top talent for AECOM across Qiddiya, Diriyah, Al Ula, Saudi Customs, MOMRA, KKIA, and NWC.
- Built deep talent pipelines through Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and market mapping.
- Conducted screening, assessment, offer negotiation, mobilization, and onboarding.
Talent Partner
Propel Consult · 2018 — 2021
- Identified and recruited candidates across multiple channels and job advertisements.
- Conducted interviews, reference checks, and salary negotiations.
- Presented shortlisted candidates with detailed profile summaries and built lasting relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting) — University of Bahrain, 2018
Get in Touch
For talent acquisition, executive search, or recruitment strategy — reach out directly.
Send Emailahmedalbarni@gmail.com · +966 570 800 303