Technical Manager - Asphalt | Bahrain

About the job Technical Manager - Asphalt | Bahrain

Job Summary

The Manager has to provide daily supervision for a number of crew and administrative functions engaged in asphalt paving to achieve productions that keep jobs on or ahead of schedules and below estimated cost. This position requires maintaining a good working relationship with inspectors/operators, developers, vendors and subcontractors. The Technical Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Main Responsibilities:

• Administer, design and control the production of Asphalt Mix designs & Emulsions in accordance with the specification, QA/QC & ISO 9001 stringent guidelines and procedures.
• Design tack coats, modified bitumen, etc., and advise the production team on all matters pertaining to cost-effective production, health & safety and quality control in asphalt, in bituminous emulsions manufacturing, in accordance with site/customer requirements.
• Preparation of briefs, scope documents and assessment of consultants proposals.
• Obtain ministry approvals.
• Ensure responsibility of the laid materials.
• Conduct various tests on raw materials as per standard procedures.
• Update and document the progress of the project as necessary.
• Lead the team in quality assurance tests, new product development, and research to support the company’s growth.
• Liaise with government bodies, external laboratories and all project stakeholders.
• Budgeting & procurement of resources like manpower, equipment, and material required for the project.
• Control and closely monitor resources, ensuring not to exceed the budget.
• Provide necessary training on operation methods to subordinates.
• Assign/schedule specific tasks to employees and subcontractors, utilizing manpower efficiently.
• Develop acceptable action plans in case of any failure.
• Complete the project within the estimated budget.
• Plan and discuss with consultants about the progression of the project.
• Act as a key person in conveying project details between consultants, top management, and others related to the project.
• Set KPIs for individual employees in the department and conduct assessment tests & analyze areas of improvement, taking action plans for the same.
• Plan, manage, control, and monitor day-to-day activities of subordinates and crew members.
• Monitor and advise on the use and storage of raw materials, submitting comprehensive monthly reports. Have practical knowledge and understanding of Asphalt/Emulsion Mixing Plants.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s internal policies, code of conduct, safety and security rules & regulations, and environmental aspects as per IMS standards.
• Support 5S standards routinely by maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

• Bachelor's and PhD/Master's Degree in Civil/Materials Engineering
• Minimum ten years of experience in the same field.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (reading and writing).