Leading Civil Engineering contractor just awarded a Major Bridges & Interchange Project in Manama – Bahrain.
Leading Tier 1 Civil & Infrastructure Contractor is seeking a strong Planner to sit on site and manage program and handle the baseline program. You will coordinate outputs, productivity and reports working closely with the Senior Project Manager on site.
Project
- Reinforced Concrete Structures & Sub-Structure works
- Large Scale Earthworks & Piling
- Drainage, Utilities & landscaping
- Large Scale Diversions and Traffic Management
Client
- 34 Years + success in Bahrain
- Seen as Bahrain’s best Civil Engineering Main Contractor
- Strong links within the local Government Departments & Developers
- Role offer long term stability in Bahrain
Following is ESSENTIAL as per the clients wishes:
- Analytical, methodical A approach to work
- Solid Technical & Engineering
- Degree Educated – Civil Engineering
- 3 years minimum Middle Eastern Experience for a Civil Engineering Main Contractor
- P6 / Primavera software experience
This person will be able to start employment before the end of October 2024 Latest !
If you are intrigued to find out more please send a word formatted CV to: t.clark@nsrassociates.com and one of the team will connect with you.
Reporting into the Commercial Director you will take direct responsibility for 5 Live Projects and Teams.
In this role you will be the go between for the Head Office and Projects ass you will manage and monitor all aspects from payments, procurement, policy , procedure, CVR’s / reports & RISK.
You will see issues before they occur and ensure than the % margin report is achieved.
Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking that illusive step off a project into Multiple Projects as a Commercial Manager ?
Current live projects:
- 5 * Hotel
- Bridges & Underpasses
- Water Treatment Plant
- Commercial Tower
- Marine – Quay Wall & Jetty
This employer is seen as the market leader within Bahrain for Civil Engineering and only really competes on Building Tenders against 1 other for Design & Build projects. They have a track record on projects from $40-400 Million USD. As a group they have a vast in house capability from Plant, Manpower, Asphalt, Concrete Plants , Scaffolding, Interiors , Marine , Piling , Buildings & Infrastructure
About the Employer & Culture
- Main Contractor – Multi disciplinary covering Build, Civil & Marine
- 50 Years + successful trading
- Successfully delivered projects in the UAE , Oman , KSA & the United Arab Emirates
- Western Management Team
- Go to Partner for International Joint Ventures in Bahrain
- Role is based full time in MANAMA – Bahrain with very occasional travel
Duties:
- Establish relationships with all Project Stakeholders, Commercial Leads & Project Directors
- Contract Administration & Change Management
- Value Engineering – maximizing value engineering opportunities on the Project.
- Cost, Revenue, Cash Flow Forecasting and Control.
Do you have the people skills to manage multiples team? Can you lead , mentor and upskill your team.
- Must have a strong grasp and working experience of FIDIC contracts
- 5 Years Middle East experience on site as a Project Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead
- Minimum of 10 years Main Contracting experience within Build & Civil Engineering Projects
- Degree Educated BSc Quantity Surveying only – Western University
- CV must show stability and loyalty as the client won’t entertain 5 Job moves in 10 Years regardless of reasons.
- Can you provide reference upon request
Benefits :
- Car & Housing Allowance
- Car Fully expensed
- Schooling paid up to 3 Children
- Family Flights
- Visas
- Medical & Life
- Bonus related to project performance
- 5 Day working week based from HQ
If you are interested in a change and ready to take an exciting career move to Bahrain. Please share a WORD formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com and clearly list the 3 reasons why Bahrain and this role suits you.
Please note if you don’t follow the clear instruction you will be rejected from the process as an eye for detail in this post is critical.
Project Controls Manager required for Bahrain’s Leading Build, Civil & Marine Contractor. This business has 50+ Years delivering Hotels, High Rise, Commercial, Bridges, Port Works, Airport Works & Multi Lane Highways
Sitting within the management team in HQ. Adding value at pre-construction and execution stages on site.
Cost control, planning , scheduling, risk management and change management will be factors you have an abundance of experience within. Working alongside Project Managers & Project Controls Engineers to management and implement recovery strategies if needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide support in the management of project budgets, track costs, and oversee the preparation of financial forecasts.
- Monitoring project cost with the Project Commercial Manager
- Conducts detailed review and analysis of project performance control and reports
- Track the project’s performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Monitor and manage project risks, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks and opportunities
- Provide support to project teams in regards to change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims and dispute resolution
Communication ( Critical )
- Able to write a clear & concise e-mail that states your position in a polite fashion.
- Personable enough to knock on a door of a client and find middle ground over a cup of coffee..
- Presentation skills to stakeholders in an articulate manner and raise critical issues
- Soft skills and empathy to coordinate with internal stakeholders, project teams, sub-contractors & suppliers
- Communication with NSR will be evident you can work at the level needed by how you hold yourself. This means no dear sir / madam as its clear who is handling this appointment and no whom it may concern. Be a wordsmith that our client wants ! Please put your BEST foot forward.
Criteria
- Clear Project Controls Management experience for the past 10+ Years for Reputable Main Contractor / PMC
- Strong analytical skills and a calmness to perform under pressure
- Degree in Civil Engineering , Project Management or Cost from a reputable University
- 15 Years Post Graduate Experience
- Primavera P6 Software experience and Project Management Tools
If you are intrigued to find out more please send a word formatted CV to Tim : t.clark@nsrassociates.com and state why Bahrain is right for you and your family please. Then our team will connect with you to coordinate a confidential chat about this and your next career move.
Procurement professional that has a clear track record in the Middle East for a reputable Main Contractor ( Build & Civil Engineering). You will have either of run a department or a Major project with the right relevant skills to make this role a success.
Client
- 30+ Years trading
- Live Projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ,Kuwait , Oman & Bahrain
- Strong links to government departments, developers & Joint Venture Partners
- Pride themselves on integrity, delivery and long term relationships
You will have clear experience procuring all manner of elements from labor, sub-contract and material packages. These values could be from as little as $100,000 USD to $5 Million Dollars.
This client demands exceptional communication & negotiation skills. Can you drive value whilst still keeping supply chain engaged. Can you create win win’s for all parties through strategic negotiation.
Role
- Based In Bahrain full time
- Managing both pre-construction & Project procurement for materials & sub-contracts
- Heading up a department of 12 Staff
- Reporting into the Group Commercial Director & General Manager
- Handle all aspects from pre to post award
- Managing budgets & costs
- Client facing
Critical Factors before considering
- 5 Years Minimum experience in the MENA region for Main Contractors in Procurement Post
- Degree Educated
- 15 Years Post Graduate experience
- Able to construct a proper introduction to NSR Associates
If you feel that you have the right experience in a similar level position for a relevant business please share a WORD Formatted CV and make it clear in the introduction e-mail to TIM on why you wish to relocate to Bahrain. E-Mail : t.clark@nsrassociates.com
Please note if you don’t apply correctly this will mean the CV is not shortlisted as an eye for detail
NSR Associates have had a strong relationship with this group for 15 Years now so well placed to answer specific questions
Duties:
- Prepare the Valuation report every month for each project till completion to keep track of all jobs completed (and their costs), prepare and submit the claim to the client / consultant for approval, receive the value certificate for the agreed value and forward the same to accounts for further action.
- Prepare the payment certificates for sub-contractors once value certificates are received and based on the jobs completed, arrange to pay them in according to terms specified in their contracts.
- Prepare cost reports clearly indicating the status of processed, received and pending payments, obtain approval from the CM and forward the same to Accounts.
- Prepare detailed specifications and obtain the estimates of additional cost from the estimates department in case of a variation i.e. a change in approved drawing or any addition to the job in order to obtain approval of the client
- Prepare final accounts once the job is completed, coordinate with the site engineer to confirm all works are costed, prepare and attach necessary supporting documents, obtain approval of the CM and receive a payment certificate from the client in order to enable the company to collect outstanding amount on due date.
- Guide and motivate team members to enhance performance and produce quality work.
Qualifications:
- Ideally a Degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar construction related subject.
- Minimum of 10 years experience in the construction industry with ideally 2 years spent in the UAE with a Main Contractor.
- This role would suit an up and coming SQS who has experience as a number 2 on Billion aed plus building schemes or possibly the next step up for someone running smaller jobs commercially but would like a Major project under their belt!
- Solid understanding and experience in implementing procurement strategies and forecast reporting
- Possess strong leadership capabilities with excellent command in English (speaking and writing).
- Excellent client-relationship skills.
- Well-presented and professional at work.
- A Team player with the willingness to show initiative and drive at work.
If you are interested in applying to the above position, please forward your cv to m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com
Duties:
Project Management of a variety of schemes in the Infrastructure sector.
Turnkey project development from inception through design phases and on to delivery/completion stages.
Deliver accurate and clear presentations when necessary to key stakeholders and clients.
Ability to drive programs to deliver on time and within budget.
Candidate Requirements:
Minimum 10 years experience working for notable Developers/Consultancies or Contractors in the GCC working across projects such as roads/highways/utilities/public realm etc
Client Facing, articulate and strong presentation skills
Degree educated preferred
Strong Design and Project Management experience coupled with being commercially savvy.
This role would suit an individual with a wide ranging skill set that prefers to be in a position offering a lot of variety day to day with an exciting, dynamic Client!
If you feel you possess the right attributes and characteristics to fulfill this role please contact me asap at m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com for a further discussion.
Project Management of a variety of schemes in Residential High Towers, Offices, Hospitality and Commercial sectors.
Duties:
- Provide the required leadership to enable the project team to execute the design services to any assigned project effectively and efficiently and should drive decision – making to the lowest level possible.
- Act as the client’s main contact with the Company and is responsible for maintaining an effective and professional relationship with the client.
- Establish the project’s objectives, coordinate the same with the concept designers and assure goals are met.
- Responsible for defining the roles and responsibilities of different team members for all projects assigned to the incumbent.
- Manage and coordinate the design input of external design team members and sub-consultants.
- Maintain supervision and control over the internal project budgets, float, manage and evaluate sub consultant’s tenders.
- Assist with the business development, assist project fee proposals and participate in the marketing endeavors.
Candidate Requirements:
Minimum 10 years overall experience working for notable Consultancies/Contractors in the GCC.
A proven track record in delivering high-rise projects in the UAE is essential for both design and delivery.
Degree educated in Architecture or any Engineering field.
Degree in Project Management is advantageous.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
Adequate knowledge of FIDIC and other forms of Contracts.
Strong Project Management/Delivery experience coupled with being commercially savvy.
This role would suit an individual with a wide-ranging skill set that prefers to be in a position offering a lot of variety day to day with an exciting, dynamic Client!
If you feel you possess the right attributes and characteristics to fulfill this role please send me your updated Cv to
mona@nsrassociates.com for a further discussion.
Key Duties:
- Reviewing Tender documents, Conducting Site visits, Evaluation/vetting of Sub Contractor & supplier quotes, Construction Methodology.
- Preparing Estimates in CCS (Direct & Indirect) for Buildings, EPC and Infrastructure Developments for Management review.
- Evaluating potential Risk & Opportunities.
- Coordination with Quantity Surveyor/s, Planning, Technical Team, Operations & Contracts during pre & post tender stage.
- Attend negotiation meetings, coordination with client during pre & post tender.
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 12 years Main Contracting experience with at least 3 years spent in KSA.
- Degree qualified ideally.
- Extensive experience using CCS/Candy software.
- Knowledge of tendering for similar type projects in the Infrastructure/EPC/Buildings sectors
- Strong Communication skills and a willingness to “roll their sleeves up” and be hands on initially.
- Sufficient English language and writing competencies.
If you feel you have the right experience for the above position and are keen to apply please email me asap at m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com
Duties will include but not limited to:
• Preparation of Baseline Project Planning Package – including Schedule Basis Memorandum, Baseline Schedule using Primavera, Resource Loading, S Curves and Progress Measurement.
• Collect periodic updates and prepare daily, weekly and monthly updates of the Project Schedule and Progress Measurement including reforecasting of Schedule and Resources.
• Implement KPI reporting – productivity, schedule.
• Create Schedule variance reports at least monthly.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly reports (Internal / External).
• Prepare basic Schedule Analysis for contractual claims.
• To ensure all contract planning operations are in accordance with the company’s procedures and policies.
• To aid in the ongoing continuous improvement of planning and project controls systems and procedures which ensure contract requirements are met and the company’s position is protected in all ongoing trading activities.
• To set a positive, professional example to all subordinate staff and demonstrate good leadership supporting the company’s core values.
• Assisting in establishing a client’s requirements.
• To be a key contributor within the risk management process.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Main Contracting across a variety of Large Build projects.
• Held previously the role of Planning Manager managing teams of 5 plus planning engineers.
• Previous Gulf experience mandatory with UAE exposure preferred
• BE (Civil) and Professional membership of a relevant recognized institute is advantageous ie PMP, CIOB etc.
• Arabic Speaker preferred
If you are interested in applying to the above position please forward your cv to m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com
Can you balance RISK vs REWARD and present to the Board on PRO’s vs CON’s ? Do you have a wealth of knowledge from delivering projects for a Main Contractor in the GCC Region?
This client is seen as one of the BEST Main Contractors in the MENA Region. Ranked within the top 20 in a recent industry poll. They have a track record on $200 Million + Design & Build Projects. Some projects as Principal Main Contractor and some in Joint Venture
Projects delivered
- High Rise 30-60 Stories
- Commercial , Mixed Use & Residential
- Military, Government & Palaces
- Airport Terminals
- Industrial, Data Centers & Pharmaceutical
About the business
This business has a strong track record of trading. Good cash reserves , strong influential relationships and very much a work hard play hard mentality. Yes its very much a 6 day working week which is just part of why the projects and management had ridden the storms of C-19 & past economic challenges.
Our client is seeking someone to grow and develop with a 10 Year commitment that will be matched with financial reward across bonuses and salary payments. Your preconstruction team will range from 20-50 depending on size of tenders & workload. Multi tasking is KEY in this role as you will have multiple tenders and urgent tasks underway that need managing / juggling.
You will have the confidence, professionalism and technical awareness to sit with clients and PMC’s to defend price , program and to influence key decisions. These strong communication skills will be illustrated throughout the process with NSR ASSOCIATES.
Following is critical:
- Experience for a Multi Disciplinary Main Contractor handling Build & Civil Engineering Projects
- Solid Experience on SELF Delivery aspects such as RC structures , earthworks , finishes …
- Confident, client facing and able to present in an articulate manner
- Good management experience – understand how to motivate , drive and keep calm under pressure
- Degree Educated & Chartered Desired
- Minimum of 5 Years MENA experience for a contractor in a Pre Construction Leadership Role
- Please do not approach us feeling that a Senior Estimator can do this role as prior Management experience is KEY . You will have been employed as a Pre Construction Director, Estimation Manager or Tendering Manager.
Do you have the skills that our client is seeking ? If you want to learn more submit a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com to book in a confidential call with the team.
