Job Description
Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of construction management for large infrastructure and city development projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
Directly manage site engineering, project control (cost, schedule, indicators), health, safety, security, environment, contracts, supply management, and field quality control to ensure seamless project execution.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with government agencies, service providers, and regulatory bodies to facilitate project approvals, compliance, and coordination.
Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance construction processes, procedures, and performance, while supporting talent development and fostering a culture of excellence within the construction team.
Collaborate closely with project stakeholders, including architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment with project objectives and successful project delivery.
Drive sustainable construction practices and incorporate innovative technologies to optimize construction processes and minimize environmental impact.
Develop and implement risk management strategies to proactively identify and mitigate potential construction-related risks and issues.
Provide consistent and transparent communication to all project stakeholders, including regular project status updates, progress reports, and issue resolution.
Lead and oversee the preparation of construction project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with project objectives and stakeholder requirements.
Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress, identify potential issues, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
Collaborate with the procurement and supply chain teams to oversee the selection and management of subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and quality adherence.
Develop and implement effective project control measures, including cost monitoring, schedule tracking, and performance indicators, to proactively address project risks and deviations.
Represent the construction team in negotiations, meetings, and discussions with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and key project stakeholders to address issues, provide updates, and seek necessary approvals.
Implement and enforce health, safety, security, and environmental standards across all construction activities, ensuring compliance with local regulations and international best practices.
Drive a culture of quality excellence through robust field quality control measures, inspections, and adherence to industry standards and specifications.
Provide leadership and mentorship to the construction team, fostering a collaborative and proactive work environment focused on achieving project milestones and objectives.
Prepare comprehensive construction progress reports, performance metrics, and project status updates for presentation to senior management and project stakeholders.
Implement effective conflict resolution strategies to address disputes, claims, and issues that may arise during the construction phase, ensuring timely resolution while safeguarding project interests.
Essential Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a Ministry of Education-accredited university.
Minimum of 13 years of practical experience in managing large infrastructure or city development projects, with a proven track record as a construction manager.
Leadership experience in international governmental and/or semi-governmental construction sites, with direct management of site engineering, project control, health, safety, security, environment, contracts, supply management, and field quality control.
Demonstrated success in collaborating with government agencies and service providers to navigate complex construction landscapes and achieve project objectives.
Proven track record in implementing continuous improvement initiatives and talent development programs to enhance construction operations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and project teams.
