Country Director

Job description / Role

I have a unique opportunity with one of the Top 10 largest Global Project Management Firms to be their new Country Director of India.

This is a perfect role for somebody to make the step up from a Project or Operational Management position, somebody with a real determination to succeed and a wish to progress and develop within a more commercial role.

There is a clear goal set out for this position and we can discuss this further directly.

Responsibilities:
* Enhance the operational procedures and systems for the country
* Meet the Client's Executives monthly for each running project to present and discuss the monthly report, any critical issues and seek feedback on the teams performance
* Work closely and give direction/feedback to the project managers and/or project directors on various operational and commercial matters.
* Monitor and follow-up on timely staff recruitment for vacant positions
* Ensure that a Project Execution Plan customised to each specific project is developed, reviewed and issued to the Client on time
* Approve purchase requisitions in line with company policies.
* Commercial: Prepare/update budgets and backlog reports, monitor financial performance, particularly overheads and staff application against budget
* Business Development Proposals: initiate, oversee and assist in the preparation of technical and financial proposals.
* Business Development Activities: Oversee the team, attend major presentations to potential clients, represent the business in professional conferences, supporting the global marketing efforts, review monthly marketing and reports
* Verify pipeline report updates and undertake any other activities that promotes and creates positive awareness about the firm.
* Help identify sub-consultants and JV partners.
* Administer the agreements signed with the various clients and maintain an approved staffing plan by the clients at all times.
* Coordinate with regional HR, IT, Finance, Recruitment, Legal and Business Development Departments, and attend management meetings as may be required or called for.
* Travel to oversee other offices or project offices that may be opened by Hill in support of growing its operations in India.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Requirements

Qualifications:

* A degree in an Engineering or Business related discipline is required
* Post Graduate education such as a MSC or PHD is highly desired
* A chartered certification such as PMP is expected
* Significant experience of managing Multi- Million Dollar projects
* Ability to think ahead, identify new opportunities and create new and innovative approaches to work related issues
* Strong Management and communication
* Excellent numerical and communication skills

About the Company

At Search, our extensive knowledge and experience of recruiting in the Construction, Civil Engineering, Energy and the Oil and Gas industries mean that no-one is better placed to find your ideal role. Our consultants have strong links internationally and can help you find a role in various locations throughout the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Whether you're looking for a Construction Manager or an Technical Director, Search can help.