Operations Manager

Havelock One; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Havelock One is seeking an experienced construction manager in Al Buraymi Governorate, Oman. The candidate will lead projects to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality standards.

With a focus on client satisfaction and a minimum of 15 years in the field, the ideal candidate will manage various aspects including team leadership, contract negotiations, and risk management, while promoting health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction management.
• Track record of successful delivery of multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in project execution and contract negotiations.
• Monitor project quality, cost, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The desired candidate is responsible for leading the team in all activities to ensure that building contracts are won and delivered on time, to the highest quality, and within budget, whilst maximizing client satisfaction. The person will be responsible for working with the Project Managers and commercial teams monthly to produce Cost/ Value reconciliations. Ensure that contract obligations are met, services are delivered efficiently, and that all risks are identified and managed.

Role Description

• Contract review, negotiations, and project execution planning
• Fully understand the required performance against targets, identify and manage potential risks and opportunities
• Specifying project objectives and plans, including delineation of scope, budgeting, scheduling, setting performance requirements, and selecting project subcontractors
• Compile procurement schedules and liaise with Project Managers and commercial teams on site supply and specialist requirements, specifying deadlines
• Develop and implement project strategy and program. Interrogate reporting on progress and instigate early corrective actions as required
• Representing the company where required at site meetings
• Ensure accurate records are kept as construction progresses throughout the projects
• Monitorsite practices and routines to ensure compliance with relevant company procedures and practices
• Lead the project handover and ensure defect / snag free completion
• Implement a robust strategy for the closure of any defects and obtain certification
• Developing project management and installation capabilities in different regions of the Kingdom
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental management
• Monitormethods and output to ensure the required quality standards are achieved at minimum cost
• Develop, nurture and manage client relationships
• Develop, nurture and manage supply chain relationships
• Responsible for the overview of the construction sites, and management of vendors and trades
• Monitor organization and methods to ensure maximum efficiency
• Maximizing resource efficiency (labour, materials, and equipment)
• Lead and motivate the delivery team and ensure its balance and shape to deliver workload profile
• Recruit, reward, retain and develop the best people
• Maintain continuous professional development of yourself and your team to ensure appropriate technical awareness. Develop and maximise potential of team members
• Share best practices and drive continuous improvement

Candidate Requirements

• The candidate should have a minimum of 15 years of experience in the same field
• A track record of successful delivery of multiple projects exceeding client expectations
• Experience of controlling costs, timing and quality in line with targets
• Be able to resolve technical, operational and contractual issues on site
• Good knowledge of the Fit‑Out market
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully in a multinational market environment
• Proven experience managing teams, supply chain, direct employees and consultants