Construction Manager

Havelock One; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Havelock One is seeking a skilled Construction Manager to manage civil construction works and large-scale interior fit-out projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, and have over 10 years of experience in the industry, with a strong background in interiors, particularly in hospitality and retail.

This hands-on role requires excellent management and coordination skills, ensuring health and safety policies are upheld while meeting project deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the construction industry in interiors.
• At least 2-4 years in a similar role as Construction Manager.
• Successful track record with various types of projects including Hospitality and Retail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site activities and supervise the internal team.
• Coordinate logistics, resource planning, and health & safety measures.
• Attend and lead site progress meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Site operations management

Attention to detail

People management

Time management

Education

Degree /Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Background

Since 1998, Havelock One Interiors has established itself as a leading turnkey fit-out service provider in the Middle East. We specialise in interior contracting and the manufacturing of bespoke joinery, metalworks and sophisticated shopfittings.

As a result of expansion in the key growth market of KSA we are seeking to appoint experienced leaders to take our business forward. Therefore, we are offering interviews with well-qualified candidates who are looking to further their careers. We offer an established work environment and a loyal and respectful corporate culture.

Even though our KSA office is located in Riyadh, we work on different projects all across the country. Consequently, the ideal candidate for the Construction Manager position (as well as other vacancies in KSA) shall be flexible and adaptable. In return, you will be rewarded with great opportunities to work on challenging projects in this key growth market.

Role Summary

The Construction Manager should be experienced in civil construction works as well as large-scale interior fit-out projects. The site-based role will be to manage all day-to-day site activities, to coordinate and supervise an internal team of site supervisors and engineers as well as sub-contractors and key suppliers.

Reporting directly to the Senior Management, the CM will be empowered to organize the distribution of all manpower and materials, hire resources and specialist equipment in order to meet the program and progress requirements, whilst keeping an eye on the project budgets, maintain the overall quality of works and ensure that the health & safety policy is being implemented and followed at all times.

The CM will be directly involved in the planning of the works and take responsibility for meeting the targets and deadlines of the project and he will clearly communicate the evolving scope of works to the entire site team and subcontract trades.

Role Description

• To provide clear and unambiguous direction and leadership on site to all trades
• To plan, coordinate, monitor and manage the daily activities, including, but not limited to, logistics, material supplies, resource planning, sequencing of all the works, testing and inspections, housekeeping, waste management and health & safety
• To be the primary point of contact at site for all sub-contractors and Client vendors as well as the Landlord and/or Client’s representative
• To ensure that the Mall /Landlord’s rules and regulations are complied with at all times
• To coordinate with the commercial team to ensure variations, project changes and contra charges are captured
• To analyse the BOQ and IFC drawings to make sure the scope of work is clearly defined and to identify if there are any scope gaps
• To make sure that the materials being used on site are following the specification and approved submissions
• To proactively identify potential clashes of works and trades, to resolve any conflicts and provide solutions on site or if unable to do so, then raise RFI’s or immediately bring the issue to the Project Manager’s attention
• To ensure the quality inspections are being executed correctly and any rectifications are handled swiftly and effectively
• To ensure that the health and safety procedures are being followed at all times and that the welfare of the workers and working conditions are being considered and maintained
• To attend and, as required, to lead the site progress meetings with various stakeholders, including the Client, the various Consultants, and the Clients representatives
• To provide input to the regular Management Reports as required
• To control the entire testing and commissioning stages as well as de-snagging and final close out and handover of the project

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a versatile Construction Manager in KSA who has the following experience, skills and personal attributes:

• Degree /Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• 10+ years of experience in the construction industry in interiors with at least 2-4 years in a similar role
• Must have extensive know-how on all site operations and should have managed different sized commercial value projects
• Successful track record of working on these types of projects. e.g. Hospitality, Hotels, HighEnd Residential, Palaces, F&B, Retail, Entertainment, Health, Education etc
• Attention to details and concern for quality
• Good people and time management skills

We are looking forward to receiving your application for the position as Construction Manager in KSA in case you meet the above-mentioned criteria.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.