ewi recruitment Looking for Project Director – NEOM, Saudi Arabia at Saudi , Makkah Region Full Time

The leading infrastructure recruitment specialist are seeking a Project Director to join the construction management team on the Neom Project in Saudi Arabia.

Project

The project is rapidly developing with over 2,800 employees from 86 countries already living and working on-site, it is already laying the foundations of being the new economic model for the country.

Opportunity

The contractor ewi recruitment are working with, act as a market leader with many award winning iconic projects. As a business they have completed over 300 road and railway projects, specialising in complex infrastructure projects.

Job Role / Responsibilities

The job role will be work in the field of Project Director. They will be responsible for delivering the Project on-time, within scope and within budget.

• Acting as the official representative of the Company on site, dealing with the Employer’s official representatives and third parties
• Managing the works, by carrying out the Head Office’s instructions, in accordance with the contract, and within the limits of his powers, as set by the Board of Directors
• Setting-up all site activities, ensuring the preparation of the operating plan with the required resources and its implementation, to reach the objectives defined by the conditions, the specifications and the requirements of the contract
• Guaranteeing that the technical and administrative services support the production department
• Ensuring the preparation of the work operating plan, according to the target defined by the contract milestone requirements
• Ensuring the field project control regarding schedule, costs, quality, health, safety and the environment
• Reviewing and approving the work methods and procedures prepared by the Technical Office, with the support of the Production Department
• Reviewing and approving Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Plans and inspecting test plans and implementing them on-site
• Verifying technical executive and inspection procedures
• Verifying managerial instructions
• Ensuring that works are executed safely and according to quality, schedule and cost parameters
• Approving the proposal of dispositions of nonconformity
• Ensuring the implementation of the changes required by the Designer and accepted by the Engineer
• Informing Engineers of detected nonconformities and how to conform
• Ensuring the compliance of the design of the works – as per specifications, norms, etc. – with the contractual requirements

Location

The role will be based on Neom, Saudi Arabia.

Requirements

• Minimum 20-25 years’ experience
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia and/or in remote sites is preferable
• University degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field
• Proven track record in construction projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Familiarity with construction management IT tools
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
• Proficient in conflict and crisis management
• Leadership and human resources management skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Full command of the English language; knowledge of Arabic is a plus

Key Words / SEO

Rail, High speed, Senior Requirements, Saudi Arabia, Tunnels, Contractor

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the World’s leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialise in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any international rail assignments please contact Rosie at ewi recruitment at r.seddon(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy