Project Execution Group Leader XXL Projects

Vanderlande Industries; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a Project Execution Group Leader to develop project execution resources for XXL projects in the Airports portfolio. This role requires proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams, a strong focus on continuous improvement, and at least 5 years of experience in a technical international environment. The candidate should possess effective communication skills and be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

Qualifications

• A successful track record in leading and developing multidisciplinary teams in an international business environment.
• Experience with improvement projects with respect to people, products and processes.
• At least 5 years experience in project execution in a technical international environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop multi-disciplined project execution teams.
• Identify and deliver improvement activities across the business.
• Complete post-project execution reviews and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Communication

Problem-solving

Project execution

Industrial Sales

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Project Execution Group Leader XXL Projects

Job Description

Your position

As Project Execution Group Leader XXL Projects it is your job to staff and develop the project execution resources for the Airports XXL projects portfolio towards the company’s short- and long-term goals, including the development of the project execution organization in the region. Your key objective / focus is on continuously improving the team performance and thereby realizing the company’s objectives in line with Vanderlande’s profitable growth strategy.

You are aware that your team is your greatest asset and it is your responsibility to help the people grow by bringing personal and business needs together. It will take patience and courage to develop your team and your team has to experience you as challenging and supportive.

This role reports into the Executive Director Project Execution Jan Kerkhof and you will have a team of about 10 direct reports across Europe and the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop multi-disciplined project execution teams in project management planning, safety, installations and procurement from a high-performance culture mindset. This may include development and delivery of training programs to enhance project execution competences.
• Identify and deliver improvement activities across the business through implementing continuous improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinking.
• Complete post-project execution reviews (lessons learned) and ensure that improvements can be executed and embedded in future projects.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Proven leadership capabilities; able to manage and effectively drive multidisciplinary teams and lead by example.
• Outgoing, supportive, constructive, tactful and open to influence with team members and stakeholders.
• A good communicator who feels comfortable in different environments / cultures.
• The ability to understand the team’s challenges which enables you to solve problems and offer win/win solutions.
• Prudent risk taker with a strong ability to manage and deal with uncertainty.
• Pro-actively develops self and others. Leads from a trust and collaborative base, empowering others and providing a safe working environment.
• We believe the right candidate meets the following criteria:
• A successful track record in leading and developing multidisciplinary teams in an international business environment.
• Experience with improvement projects with respect to people, products and processes.
• At least 5 years experience in project execution in a technical international environment.
• Willingness to spend up to 50% of your time travelling (on average).
• Experience with organizational development and behavioral change is a prerequisite.
• Key Skills: Feed, Invoicing, Actuarial, Communication, Industrial Sales

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1