Projects Manager

Havelock One Interiors; Askar; On-site; BHD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Havelock One Interiors in Bahrain is seeking a Projects Manager to lead fast-track fit-out projects for retail, F&B, hotels and offices. You will plan, coordinate and manage multiple projects, lead multi-disciplinary teams including subcontractors, and ensure delivery meets client requirements on time, within budget and to quality standards.

The role requires 7–8 years in the Middle East fit-out sector and at least 10 years in the field, with strong technical, execution and commercial abilities,

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–8 years in the Middle East fit-out contracting industry.
• Total work experience of at least 10 years in the same field.
• Strong technical, execution and commercial abilities with focus on joinery and woodworking operations.

Responsibilities

• Review tender programmes and convert to construction programmes with client meetings.
• Define objectives, site setup, planning, budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation.
• Attend site meetings with clients/consultants as Company representative.
• Approve interim payments and final accounts for subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Multinational environment

Job description

Job Purpose

The Projects Manager will execute fast-track fit-out projects for retail stores, F&B outlets, hotels, and commercial offices. Working independently, he/she will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and management of multiple projects by leading multi-disciplinary teams including subcontractors through project activities to meet client requirements and complete projects successfully, safely, within quality, within budget and on-time.

Key Responsibilities Areas

The PM oversees the overall management of projects and client servicing on behalf of the Company, encompassing the following functions:

1-Project Management

• Review tender programmes and convert them into construction programmes, including defining the client’s direct procurement requirements and client meetings calendar
• Specify project objectives and plans including site set-up, planning and logistics. Delineation of scope, budgeting, scheduling, setting performance requirements, selection of project sub-contractors and allocating internal resources (e.g., QA/QC, Health and Safety and MEP Management)
• Set targets for procurement packages and vet sub-contractors’ tenders
• Decide on purchasing requirements (whether within or outside subcontractors’ remit)
• Ensure projects teams have sufficient resources, equipment, and labour. Plan into order to meet the project timescales and quality requirements
• Attend all site meetings with client and/or consultants as Company representative
• Approve interim payments for subcontractors and their final accounts
• Approve the Company’s interim valuations before submission to our client/consultant
• Liaise and cooperate with in-house departments such as joinery manufacturing in Bahrain
• Maximise resource efficiency (e.g., labour, materials, and equipment)

2-Performance Management

• Oversee the construction sites and associated site teams, and the management of vendors and trade subcontractors
• Maintain accurate records of construction progress across all projects and report to senior management on a weekly basis
• Ensure good communication between the Company and clients at all times
• Be responsible for health and safety on all sites under his management
• Ensure workers follow Company procedures
• Manage the rectification process on-time and on-budget
• Compile and submit Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals to the clients upon project completion
• Manage close out procedure for all projects in accordance with contractual obligations and to high quality standards thereby compelling clients to give a positive review or testimonial

Candidate Requirements

• The Projects Manager (PM) should have worked with reputable fit-out contracting companies in the Middle East for at least 7-8 years
• Minimum of 10 years’ total work experience in the same field
• Very strong technical, execution and commercial abilities with sound knowledge of the woodworking business particularly the technical aspects relating to joinery and good manufacturing practices of timber, veneers, hardware, etc
• Proven track record as a successful leader at senior management level within the fit-out industry
• A very good knowledge of latest developments in the fit-out market. The candidate should be well-versed with the current trends and news influencing market and be able to suggest ideas to boost the Company’s industry presence and build our brand
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully in a multinational market environment