Duties:
- Business Development & Project Identification:
- Lead market research efforts to identify and evaluate potential construction projects within KSA.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, private clients, and industry partners.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging opportunities, and relevant regulatory changes in KSA.
- Assess the feasibility of projects and provide recommendations on the company’s participation.
- Tender Process Management:
- Lead and manage the tender process from initial inquiry through to submission.
- Collaborate with relevant internal departments (e.g., estimating, procurement, design) to develop competitive, well-organized tender proposals.
- Ensure compliance with local and international tendering regulations and company policies.
- Coordinate and review all technical, commercial, and contractual documentation for submission.
- Project Mobilization & Setup:
- Upon securing a project, mobilize resources, including staff, equipment, and materials, to KSA.
- Work with the Group General Manager and senior management to ensure resources and strategic objectives are aligned.
- Ensure the legal and operational setup of the project site, including managing permits, registrations, and any other required local compliance.
- Project Execution & Oversight:
- Manage the execution of the project on-site, ensuring it adheres to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
- Oversee project operations to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently, in compliance with company policies, local regulations, and industry standards.
- Monitor progress and performance on projects.
- Address any challenges or obstacles during the execution phase and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Team Leadership & Coordination:
- Build and lead a strong local team to support all operations in KSA.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, engineers, and other team members.
- Foster a collaborative working environment to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with organizational goals.
- Manage and support human resources, ensuring effective staffing, training, and development to meet project demands.
- Financial & Budget Management:
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to meet financial objectives.
- Oversee cost control procedures and ensure that projects remain on budget.
- Collaborate with the finance department to track project-related costs and ensure that financial reporting is accurate and timely.
- Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and company policies, including safety, quality standards, and environmental sustainability.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize potential negative impacts.
- Stay current on KSA’s construction regulations and ensure compliance at every project phase.
Candidate Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, MRICS) would be a plus.
- Experience:
- A minimum of 20 years of experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale construction projects, from tendering to successful delivery.
- Experience in the GCC market, with an understanding of local laws, customs, regulations, and market dynamics.
- Strong network of contacts in the construction and real estate industries in the GCC region.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and diverse teams.
- Fluent in English.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.
- Proficient in project management software and MS Office Suite.
This role is ideal for a dynamic and highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to contribute to the growth and success of a newly established branch in a rapidly expanding market.
If you are interested in applying to the above position please forward your cv to m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com asap
Responsibilities:
• Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
• Interfaces with clients, attend regular meetings and provides statistical reports.
• Manages a team of Project Controls Managers/Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.
• Assesses the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of an established system to show the hierarchy of plans and schedules; keeps project and company management fully informed.
• Coordinates staffing requirements, assigns and supervises project work activities, and trains personnel.
• Completes performance reviews and provides personnel development for the assigned employees.
• Recommends and oversees the customization of project control systems to meet specific project requirements.
• Creates statistical reports for management on a recurring or one of a kind basis.
• Participates in business development efforts by gathering and presenting a variety of background data.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field).
• Min of 20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience.
• Proficient PC skills including proficiency in various Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity.
• KSA/GCC experience is desired.
• Ideally a track record working on large complex Building projects with recognised Main Contractors
If you are interested in applying to the above position please forward your cv to m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com asap
We are working with a Western Project Management Consultancy in KSA who are looking to hire a Senior Programme Director.
This person will have full responsibility of the project- a multi Billion $ development consisting of Luxury residential, Hospitality, Retail / F&B, Cultural and Leisure / Entertainment buildings. As well as managing a large team.
The ideal candidate:
- BSc Degree in Construction / Engineering related subject.
- Previous KSA experience / significant Middle East experience.
- Experience managing Giga Projects / Programmes (BUILDINGS, not infra) at Senior PD or Programme Director level.
- Experience leading large teams.
- A background of Main Contracting AND Consultancy exp.
- Strong communication skills and a leader.
The business:
Our client is a western consultancy who have been incredibly successful in the Middle East for 20+ years. Their impressive portfolio boasts Masterplan, High end Hospitality, Luxury Residential, Towers to name a few.
They continue to grow in the KSA with projects all across Kingdom.
The benefits:
The role is paying up to 130k SAR for the right individual, plus performance related bonus, flights, medical, visa etc.
Please get in touch with L.Potter@nsrassociates.com if you would like to have a confidential chat about this.
Based on site for a Project consisting of Large Scale LNG facilities. Handling small and large scale repairs from waterproofing, cathodic protection, structural strengthening and general concrete repairs
Based full time in Al Jubail in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. You will be working on site to lead, motivate and ensure that all key stages of the project are hit safely.
Are you a Site Agent / Project Manager that has a strength within this arena seeking your first expat posting ? Well this employer are first class and have been a long term client of NSR Associates so read on.
Client
- Global Organization
- First class in how they operate and treat people (NO cutting corners)
- Over 95 Years in business
- Track record handling Major High Rise Commercial, Power , Industrial & Transportation Projects
Role
- Based full time on site in Al Jubail – KSA
- Able to lead team on site in a safe and proactive manner
- Capable of training and upskilling the local workforce
- Drive productivity to hit targets needed on site
Our client are seeking someone that has a strength & technical awareness of the following forms of repairs & new concrete methods
Pre-cast Equipment Foundations
Post Tensioning Repairs
Structural Strengthening
Prestressed Concrete Tanks
Do you match the following :
- Experience in a Leadership capacity on site building, mentoring and achieving success
- Whether you were called a General Foreman, Site Agent or Superintendent – What is important is the hands on knowledge and awareness of concrete
- Have you risen up the ranks off the tools and understand concrete repairs & structures
- Can you communicate and lead all nationalities on site
Benefits on offer
- Lump Sum Salary Package up to 40,000 SAR Per Month (Circa £100,000 Tax Free Per Annum)
- International Medical Cover
- Bonus up to 12.5% of your ANNUAL salaried Package
- All business related travel paid
- 33 Days Paid Annual Leave
If you feel that you suit this role please share a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com and Tim or a member of the team will connect for a confidential; conversation.
Responsible for the success and performance onsite of a $50 Million USD (handling Concrete Repairs both small & major ) for an International Oil & Gas client.
Based full time in Al Jubail in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. You will be working on site to lead, motivate and ensure that all key stages of the project are hit in line with the contractual obligations agreed.
The Regional Director is seeking someone that has a clear experience of Major Concrete Repairs. This business are a privaleged position to be seen as a market leader in this arena. This comes from a track record in both Saudi Arabia and International Projects.
The Group are turning over $50 Million Per Annum with a very conservative target of $100 Million in 5 years Time. With such growth and opportunities being negotiate this role has the scope to develop into a key member of the regional Leadership Team over time. If you have the ambition then this will be supported long term.
Our Client
- Global Organization
- Employee over 3,000 Permanent staff across the World
- First class in how they operate and treat people (NO cutting corners)
- Global Turnover in excess of $1 Billion
- Over 95 Years in business
- Incredibly strong financial track records
- Track record handling Major High Rise Commercial, Power , Industrial & Transportation Projects
About the Role
- Regional Director is British (Line Manager)
- Your project team is a mixture of both Local & International Staff
- Role will involve project and strategic decision making
- Ensuring the highest levels of Quality, Safety & Productivity
- Provide mentorship , guidance and all round strong leadership from top to bottom
Our client are seeking someone that has a strength & technical awareness of the following forms of repairs & new concrete methods
Corrosion Control
Pre-cast Equipment Foundations
Post Tensioning Repairs
Seismic Retrofit Repairs
Moisture Control
Structural Strengthening
Prestressed Concrete Tanks
Force Protection
Do you match the following :
- Experience in a Leadership capacity for a Concrete Repair Business be it Operations Manager , Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager capacity
- Have you risen up the ranks and understand concrete repairs & structures from the ground up
- Hold a CV & career history that shows loyalty , success and progression
- Degree or Relevant Construction Education – Training suitable to this role
- Can you client face and manage stakeholders
- Capable to seize opportunities and have the ability to negotiate at all levels
- Do people follow you and can you build HIGH performing teams of a strong culture
Benefits on offer
- Lump Sum Salary Package up to 55,000 SAR Per Month ($14,500 USD) Tax Free plus
- International Medical Cover
- Bonus up to 16% of your ANNUAL salaried Package
- Annual Pay Review
- All business related travel paid
- Education Allowance in country if you take a family posting (Must research the remote aspect)
- 33 Days Paid Annual Leave
If you feel that you suit this role please share a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com and Tim or a member of the team will connect for a confidential; conversation.
