Faithful+Gould are looking for an Infrastructure Project Director (IPD) in KSA for mega projects.
The IPD will assist in the growth of the business at all stages in the entire procurement cycle of feasibility work, option generation, outline design, and detailed design for Infrastructure projects. They will link infrastructure inputs from all parts of the business such as highways, utilities, water, transport planning and Master planning, Bridges, Rail, Marine , Aviation, IT and Security, and effectively manage the Infrastructure projects delivery teams.
Requirements
Technical Competencies
Essential
o Degree qualified with professional certifications 20 years “hands-on” experience in design and project management in a leadership role, with an Infrastructure bias on mega projects.
o Competence in English language (Arabic would be advantageous)
o Currently based in KSA preferred
o Knowledgeable in computer-aided design
o Proven track record of successful delivery of major infrastructure projects from concept to detailed design and completion of construction
o Experience and knowledge of the Middle East market and in particular the bridges, highways and utilities sectors is a distinct advantage
Behavioural competencies
Essential
o Ability to relate and interact successfully with a multi-cultural workforce at all levels is essential
o High degree of accuracy required.
o Must be able to work independently with a proactive approach
o Able to engage in successful client relationships
o Able to work in a team environment
Key Responsibilities
o Technical leadership on large multi-disciplinary project delivery
o Lead single and multi-disciplinary discipline bids, with a clear focus on what is needed to win
o Continue to build relationships with existing clients, securing repeat business and identifying additional business opportunities
o Build and motivate a team and demonstrate good leadership qualities
o Manage and report on project performance
o Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and ensure that a good Health & Safety culture is engendered within the team
o Staff recruitment, retention and development making sure staff reach their performance potential
o Develop a highly motivated and performing team creating opportunities for the development of individuals
o Provide technical expertise on a variety of large engineering projects
o Oversee delivery, designs and budgets and drive projects from tender to delivery in a multi-disciplinary environment
o Increase your networking profile with both internal and external clients
The Individual
o A confident and articulate communicator with experience of dealing with clients and building strong working relationships
o Ability to position F+G as a leading partner and supplier through a reputation for technical excellence and quality of delivery on major multidisciplinary projects
o A high expectation of performance for themselves and other members of the team, coupled with a drive for continuous improvement
o Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills both verbally and in writing
o Self-motivated and able to work both independently as well as within a larger multi-discipline team
o Excellent team player, able to influence technical and delivery staff, and collaborate effectively with other divisional colleagues and with the leadership team
o Ability to fully engage staff through their alignment with business objectives, promoting involvement, and fostering loyalty
Key Measures
o Technical leadership of the Project
o Revenue and margin targets for the Project
o Ability to win work with key clients
o Staff development and performance
o Value creation through technical excellence strategy
o Collaborative behaviours supporting and championing business objectives
SNC Lavalin’s Faithful+Gould business is one of the world’s leading integrated project and programme management consultancies, with over 2,400 professionals operating worldwide.
Our aim is to protect and maximize our clients’ interests throughout the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with client teams and developing long-term relationships.
Key services include - Project management, programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost management and expert scheduling and construction planning.
Our industry is going through a digital transformation and we have been investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service. We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we are achieving efficiencies that are directly passed on our clients who benefit from a consistent quality of service as well as the savings.
Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success is built on recruiting – and then developing – brilliant people from a broad range of professional and cultural backgrounds. It’s precisely this diversity of talent that sets us apart.
Acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, we also have an extensive depth of geographic exposure across 50 countries and the breadth of 53,000 experts. As one of the largest engineering contractors, we have access to 17,000 staff in the Middle East making us one of the largest multidisciplinary consultancies in the region.
REWARDS & BENEFITS
We offer an excellent package which includes:
A competitive salary.
Fee accommodation + Transportation on Al Ula
Medical and life insurance cover.
22 calendar days annual leave.
Discretionary bonus scheme.
Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
We pursue this commitment by:
Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented;
Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice;
Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect;
Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;
Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.
