Framework Manager – Roads Operation & Maintenance

The Role
Guildhall is currently recruiting for Framework Manager for one of the leading international clients in the EPC sector for a major long-term Roads Operation & Maintenance Infrastructure project in Qatar. The Framework Manager will lead and oversee the Roads Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Framework Project in Qatar. This is a senior leadership role that requires strong technical, contractual, and managerial expertise. Key responsibilities: - Manage and deliver large-scale road operation and maintenance projects. - Ensure compliance with client requirements, safety standards, and international best practices. - Provide strategic direction to achieve project milestones and long-term goals. - Manage Performance-Based Contracts (PBC), ensuring alignment with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI). - Ensure contractual obligations are met on time, within budget, and with high quality. - Oversee routine and preventive road maintenance, including pavements, bridges, tunnels, road signs, and lighting. - Ensure operational efficiency and asset reliability through modern engineering practices. - Manage road, bridge, and ITS operations (Intelligent Transportation Systems). - Apply asset management systems and life cycle strategies to maximize long-term value. - Lead multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers, supervisors, and technicians. - Provide staff training, skills transfer, and professional development programs. - Build a culture of safety, accountability, and high performance. - Serve as the main point of contact with the client and key stakeholders. - Report on project progress, risks, and KPIs in a clear and professional manner. - Maintain strong relationships with government authorities, consultants, and subcontractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (BSc, BEng, BA, or equivalent). - For Qatar, all degrees must be MOFA-stamped (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). - Degrees must be from WHED-recognized universities (translated if not in English). - Minimum 14 years total professional experience in roads or infrastructure projects. - At least 7 years of continuous experience in a senior role (Framework Manager, Operations Director, or similar). - Proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure or O&M projects. - Experience records must include job titles, responsibilities, locations, and employment dates. - Strong leadership and decision-making ability. - Excellent project management and organizational skills. - Ability to solve complex technical and operational problems. - Experience delivering specialist services to meet project requirements. - Relevant professional certifications (translated into English if required). - Employment experience certificates from previous employers.

About the company
Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region. With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific. Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services. Guildhall is the partner of choice.