Construction Manager

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that projects or project sections are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with project objectives. Working closely with the Project Director / Senior Project Manager, the Construction Project Manager supports all phases of the project life cycle, providing effective management of project processes, procedures, and delivery requirements. The role requires a strong manager, communicator, problem-solver, and organizer with sound technical knowledge, relevant industry experience, and the ability to coordinate stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

Location: KSA
Line Manager: Director / Project Director / Senior Project Manager

• Tertiary qualification (University Graduate) in either Project Management, Building Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Architecture or similar plus a minimum of 7 years relevant experience in project management role and in the construction industry
• Progressively increased responsibility over career duration
• Relevant projects of an appropriate scale
• KSA experience preferred
• Active membership of a relevant professional institution is an additional consideration

• Provide a level of service that meets the expectations of and is regarded as being of a high standard within the project management profession
• Identify areas for improvement in project delivery plans and implement action plans accordingly
• Manage a project / project section and drive the achievement of quality, program and budget targets
• Assist in the administration of the Construction Contracts
• Conduct regular progress updates with the Planning Manager
• Provide valuable input into the assessment and adjudication of Contractor Delay Claims
• Inspires confidence and trust in interactions with Clients and key stakeholders
• Conduct meetings, produce minutes and drive outcomes
• Manage and motivate multi-disciplined teams and colleagues
• Participate in the Procurement process
• Provide detailed input for the monthly and other reports and make recommendations
• Anticipate problems before they arise and develop mitigation plans
• Participate in Risk analysis workshops
• Manage the Commissioning and Close-Out of a project
• Other project management duties as assigned by the Project Director / Senior Project Manager

• Strategic orientation skills
• Analytical skills
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
• Planning, prioritisation and organisational skills
• Commercial and business skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate people
• Diplomacy
• Presentation and report writing skills
• Respect for cultural sensitivities

• Computer competency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and/or similar programming software
• Ability to programme and track progress of a project in either Microsoft Project or Primavera
• Ability to manage a programme and assist in the analysis of Contractor Claims
• Good knowledge of Construction Contracts such as FIDIC
• Good understanding of Local Authority, Environmental, Green Design and other planning approvals requirements
• Good understanding of the procurement process, cost management and budgets
• Good understanding of design, co-ordination and technical issues
• Ability to compile and formulate accurate and detailed reports and presentations
• Ability to share knowledge with colleagues in a constructive manner
• High attention to detail, shows initiative, a self-starter and able to work unsupervised
• Able to remain focused and work effectively under pressure
• Mature personality, highly flexible, client/customer service oriented, with a positive and constructive attitude