Design Manager - Infrastructure

Nesma & Partners; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Nesma & Partners seeks an experienced Head of Engineering in Saudi Arabia to lead planning, coordination and management of all engineering processes across projects.

You will drive strategy, ensure quality and safety, oversee the full project lifecycle from concept to delivery, and liaise with clients and stakeholders while developing talent and upholding ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field; 8+ years of relevant experience with growing managerial accountability.
• English language proficiency.
• Experience in the EPC industry.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Contribution: cascade Engineering strategy into operating plans; align with other departments.
• People Management: lead Engineering department, set objectives, manage performance, develop staff.
• Budgeting and Financial Planning: monitor financial performance against budget.
• Engineering Management: oversee engineering framework plans and project lifecycle for Nesma & Partners.
• Safety and Quality Assurance: lead protocols ensure quality and safety across projects.
• Project Management: participate in planning, define scope, monitor progress and resources.
• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration: liaise with cross-functional teams to align objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
• Quality Health Safety & Environment: promote world-class QHSE standards within Engineering.
• Reporting: ensure timely, accurate engineering reports in line with requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Quality Control

Stakeholder Engagement

Cost Control

Budgeting

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture

Master's in Engineering Management

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Job description

Role Purpose

To direct and lead the planning coordination and management of all engineering processes initiatives and activities for projects across Nesma amp Partners aligned with strategic objectives to ensure technical excellence project success and efficient engineering operations while achieving desired outcomes in adherence to project schedules quality standards and safety regulations

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Contribution Ensure effective cascading of the Engineering strategy into operating plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departmental strategies

People Management Manage the effective achievement of Engineering objectives through the leadership of the Engineering department by setting of individual objectives managing performance developing and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance Lead the talent development initiatives for Engineering collaborating with technical discipline experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements Act as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the Engineering to foster a value driven culture within the organization

Budgeting and Financial Planning Monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines

Key Accountabilities

Engineering Management Contribute to the formulation of and oversee the implementation of engineering framework plans and strategies for Nesma amp Partners in line with the operational and project requirements whilst achieving optimal cost efficiencies Provide leadership expertise and overall direction to the engineering process and phases in line with approved project parameters standards and legislation to contribute to the engineering operational efficiency and successful delivery of projects Lead the entire Engineering project life cycle from conceptualization to delivery coordinating with stakeholders performing quality control and providing feedback to Director - Design amp Engineering on engineering deliverables to ensure the successful planning execution and completion of the projects while meeting its objectives and adhering to established timelines and budgets Liaise with clients stakeholders and project managers to ensure that project objectives are clearly defined and project engineering needs requirements and specifications are correctly understood

Key Accountabilities

Engineering Management Contribute to the evaluation of the feasibility of engineering projects by providing input considering technical constraints to establish if a project is viable and aligns with the organization s goals and vision Resolve any engineering project-related issues to ensure that deliverables adhere to industry best practices codes and standards Drive the adherence to ISO procedures across Engineering to ensure standardization consistency and quality in engineering practices and processes Uphold ethical standards across all engineering operations to ensure compliance with professional codes of conduct and promote a culture of ethical behavior Conduct research to stay updated with the latest industry trends advancements and best practices related to engineering practices and technologies Provide support to the Director - Design amp Engineering on driving effective engineering practices across all Nesma amp Partners projects to instill engineering principles and operational efficiency into the organization s culture

Key Accountabilities

Safety and Quality Assurance Lead and monitor the implementation of protocols and regulations during engineering activities to ensure compliance quality and safety across Nesma amp Partners projects Perform quality checks on engineering deliverables to ensure it aligns with project specifications and quality standards

Key Accountabilities

Project Management Participate in project planning sessions to provide input on engineering timelines deliverables and resource allocation Take ownership of the engineering life cycle to correctly identify project scope costs and requirements contributing to successful project delivery Monitor and track the progress of engineering operations to ensure adherence to project schedule deliverables and quality standards

Stakeholder Management and Collaboration

Liaise with relevant cross-functional teams e g Project Managers Site Engineers procurement stakeholders to ensure engineering activities align with project specifications and objectives Coordinate with subcontractors and consultants to facilitate successful project execution as per required quality standards

Key Accountibities Policies Systems Processes amp Procedures

Manage and ensure effective implementation of policies procedures and controls covering all areas of Engineering activity so that all relevant procedural legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality cost- effective service

Continuous Improvement

Lead the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems processes and practices considering global standards productivity improvement and cost reduction

Quality Health Safety amp Environment QHSE Management

Manage the effective implementation of corporate policies procedures and processes to promote a culture focusing on the achievement of world-class standards in QHSE and sustainability within Engineering in line with regulatory requirements

Reporting

Ensure that all Engineering reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet Nesma amp Partners requirements policies and quality standards

Essential Education/Certification

Bachelors in Engineering, Architecture, or any other related field. Experience 8 years related experience with 3 years experience with growing managerial accountability in roles within similar positions.

Languages

English

Skills

• Project Management, Quality Control Management, Stakeholder Engagement & Alignment, Cost Control & Budgeting, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance Knowledge.

Technical Preferred Education/Certification

Masters in Engineering Management, or any other related field. Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar certifications. Experience Experience in the EPC industry.

Behavioral Essential Skills

Customer Focus, Decision Quality, Cultivates Innovation, Action Oriented, Ensures Accountability, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Self-Development, Situational Adaptability.

Languages Arabic