JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
Overview
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration - through conceptualization - to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51 st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.
We invite you to join us. Why?
When you join KEO, you'll discover more than just a job - you'll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.
Responsibilities
Our newest opportunity is for a talented ICT Manager to join our award winning team in Jeddah, KSA.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing ICT strategies, managing and supervising staff, vendors, and contractors, overseeing the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of ICT hardware, software, networks, and systems.
We envisage success in this role to include:
- Overseeing & managing the design, installation, maintenance, and optimization of ELV systems, including CCTV, Access controls, IDS, Fire alarm, lighting control , and data communication networks.
- Managing the integration and operation of various building systems (HVAC, lighting, security, etc.) to optimize energy efficiency and comfort.
- Supervising & Managing the construction, Installation, testing commissioning of tier3 data centers, including server infrastructure, network connectivity, and security measures.
- Managing & supervising the installation, work done at site and support commercial team for quantification of installed duct bank & fiber optic cable based on approved design of outdoor infrastructure, such as fiber optic cables, ducts, and manholes.
- Overseeing the deployment and operation of GSM networks, including base stations, antennas, and core network equipment.
- Ensuring that the proper installation and maintenance of fiber optic cables, connectors, and related components is taking place.
- Managing the procurement, inventory, and utilization of passive (e.g., cables, connectors) and active (e.g., routers, switches) network components.
- Collaborating with the smart cities systems integrator and other stakeholders to integrate ICT solutions into urban infrastructure, such as security transportation (BRT), energy, and environmental management.
- Leading the design, development, and implementation of unified platforms that integrate various ICT systems and provide intelligent solutions.
Requirements:
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 15 years work experience partnered with a Bachelor's degree in an Electrical or ICT related field.- Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of ELV systems, fire security systems, IBMS, data centers, and network infrastructure.
- Expertise in fiber optic cabling, passive and active components, and smart city technologies.
- Ability to design, implement, and supervise complex ICT systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Certification in relevant IT fields (e.g., MP, BICSI , Cisco, CompTIA, DCD) is a plus
KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work.
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 57 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms; in the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms; and by World Architecture as 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.
We invite you to join us.