Construction Manager

About us

With our roots going back over more than (50) years, we are one of the oldest and fastest growing Saudi-based company that offers a diversified portfolio of products and services including infrastructure solutions on D&B and EPC basis, development and co-investment in real estate and renewable s, and manufacturing of renewable technologies.

Recently we are experiencing a rapid growth and expansion locally and regionally; accordingly, we are looking for leaders who have big ideas that can embrace our vision to meet a variety of infrastructure needs all over the MENA region with three main business segment- infrastructure solutions, development and co-investment in real estate and renewable s, and manufacturing of renewable technologies.

Job Summary

Handling of Multi-utility Infrastructure Projects on Turnkey/EPC basis – from system, planning and Engineering to final installation, testing, commissioning, start up, put into service and post project maintenance.

Job Relations

Internal - All departments.

External – Clients, Agencies & Authorities, Suppliers, Transporters, and Subcontractors.

Reporting to

Infrastructure Projects Manager (IPSM)

Gender

Male/Female

Level

Senior Level

Industry

Construction

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Functions

Infra Structure Projects

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

- Studies and understands project scope of work.

- Leads the Construction team to drive the contractors’ works to completion.

- Monitoring all job site activities and ensure that the construction operations follow project safety, quality and schedule requirements.

- Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with safety regulations.

- Meet contractual conditions of performance.

- Review the work progress on daily basis.

- Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.

- Analyse, manage and mitigate risks.

- Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques

- Directs construction team compliance with contract terms, monitors subcontractors' progress, performance and compliance with contractual commitments.

- Participates in project evaluation, design subcontractor selection, and in the preparation of the Company's qualification/experience statements.

- Manages and directs necessary drawings and submittals as per the contract and follow up till getting approvals.

- Maintains highest standard levels for quality and safety and Makes sure that they are strictly followed at site without any deviation to ensure customer satisfaction and company image.

- Makes a bar chart of all activities with time schedule till final project execution.

- Develop, review, and monitor detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and ensure alignment with project milestones and contractual obligations.

- Monitor project progress against baseline schedules and implement recovery plans where required.

- Follows up with suppliers for timely delivery and coordinate for inspection, logistics, and after sales service (if needed) accordingly.

- Sets up site and arranging resources for each site activity.

- Successful and timely execution of projects.

- Coaches, Trains and motivates site engineers and preparing them for handling the job independently.

- Performs such other duties as the direct supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

- Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to achieve project objectives.

- Manage client relationships and represent the company in project progress meetings and technical discussions.

- Coordinate with government authorities and utility providers to secure approvals and facilitate project execution.

- Monitor project budgets, cost performance, and resource utilization to ensure profitability targets are achieved.

- Review and approve subcontractor progress claims and monitor project cash flow.

- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and contractual requirements.

- Promote and enforce company HSE policies and quality standards across all project activities.

- Lead project quality and safety reviews and ensure closure of observations and corrective actions.

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

- Education: Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.

- 10+ years of experience in infrastructure construction and project execution, including at least 3 years in a Construction Manager role overseeing multi-utility, roads, utilities, or EPC projects.

- PMP, Primavera P6 Certification or Project Management related Certification is a must.

- Good knowledge of Primavera Project Management.

- Fully understand the aspects of project and construction management of complex infrastructure projects.

- Excellent problem solving, analytical and business intelligence skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

- Ability to manage multiple projects adhering to logistics, timescales and deadlines.

- IT literate – MS Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook).

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Proficiency in English language.

Desirable:

- Experience of using ERP D 365 to fetch business information is an asset.

- MBA Degree is an asset.

- Proficiency in Arabic language.

- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment is an asset.