Head of Construction - Airports

Hill International, Inc.; Al Ahsa Governorate; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction management seeks a Senior Project Manager with a proven track record in large-scale projects, preferably in the GCC. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with safety policies, and managing contractual matters effectively. Ideal candidates should possess over 15 years of consultancy experience, excellent leadership skills, and knowledge of FIDIC contracts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in large-scale construction projects, prefer airport experience.
• Consultancy background in PMCM environment.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Organizing on-site project team and allocating responsibilities.
• Reviewing claims submitted by the contractor.
• Ensure quality of work through inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Contractual Knowledge

Continuous Improvement

Job description

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Organizing the on-site project team and allocating responsibility for HSE, site supervision, and document control procedures.
• Assist with Reviews and analysis of all claims submitted by the Contractor.
• Adopts a proactive working and safety policy.
• Establishes a good working relationship with all stakeholders across the project team and construction teams.
• Adopts a fair and reasonable approach in dealing with contractual disputes.
• Recognizes and shows appreciation of individual staff accomplishments.
• Offers advice and guidance on how individuals' performance can be improved
• Provides support and follow-up on issues regarding staff problems.
• Ensures the quality of the work through implementing inspection procedures
• Provides assistance and support to the project team in technical matters, including constructability, procurement, and shop drawings.
• Demonstrate proactive awareness and reporting of the overall progress of the works, and work closely alongside the contractor(s) to mitigate against program issues
• Maintains regular contact with the Project Controls team regarding matters related to costs and the program.
• Communicates effectively with the Client and other Stakeholders on all matters that may impact Contract duration or Contract Value
• Advises clients on any contractual matters and provides recommendations for resolving contractual disputes.
• Work closely with the project team and Main Contractor(s) to coordinate all interfaces between the various contractors working on and adjacent to the project site.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals, and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.
  
  
  

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Preferably years 20+ and Minimum (15+ and strong profile) in fast-track large-scale development projects, preferably airport projects in the GCC.
• Effective leadership and high commitment to achieving goals.
• Must be familiar with contractual matters related to construction projects and have a good working knowledge of the FIDIC Yellow and Red Books.
• Must have previous consultancy experience in a PMCM (Program Management, Construction Management) environment.
• Record of implementing continuous improvement on site and supporting capacity building/talent development in a construction environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of working internationally (preference KSA experience).