Construction Manager

Digby Morris

Muscat, Oman

Ref: KP107-18

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Digby Morris’ client is a multi-disciplined engineering, construction and contracting company, which was founded in the 1970s. The organisation is firmly established as one of the largest construction companies in the Middle East, with a turnover considerably in excess of USD$1bn per annum. The company has an impressive project portfolio including prestigious hospital, highway, airport and stadium developments as well as a significant Oil & Gas/EPC construction business.

The company is currently going through a considerable process of restructuring from top down, at every level. Seeking substantial organisational change to improve its quality of project deliverability and streamline cost centres to enhance operating margins; the company is seeking a number of key new strategic appointments to assist in the company’s transformational change.

Key recruits who have been identified lie principally within the Project Management group and as such two Senior Construction Management professionals are current being sought to report directly to the company CEO. Responsible for tackling strategic company project management issues and operational issues with problem projects relating to cost, quality or time;- the new appointees will be able to operate not only at executive level but also in a sleeves rolled up, boots on the ground manner as well. Whilst the positions are none project specific it is anticipated that posts will be working primarily on civils/infrastructure projects with a lesser involvement in construction & buildings.

Benefits:
Company offers a high competitive Tax Free (six figure) basic + Housing, Company Car, Business Class Flights, Private Medical. In addition, heavily incentivised individual and company performance related bonuses are available.

Requirements

- Min 20+ yrs experience gained in the construction industry at a senior level
- Exceptional Project Management and Operational skills
- Degree educated with BEng Civil, Architectural or similar discipline
- Post graduate PM qualifications, PMP accreditation or similar is highly desirable
- International experience is essential with Middle East experience preferred
- Preference for civils/infra background although buildings or Oil & Gas will be considered as well
- Strong report writing skills
- Ability to communicate at highest corporate levels

About the Company

Digby Morris one of the first choice recruitment consultancies operating within the property and construction industry. Offering expertise in executive search & selection, contingency recruitment, interim management and contract placements as well as a comprehensive range of specialist consulting services, we understand that every clients requirement is different and tailor each project to our clients\\' needs.

We specialise solely in the placement of property and construction professionals from graduates to senior managers, partners and main board directors. To date our clients have included:

  • Private Practices
  • Retailers
  • Developers
  • Charities
  • Leisure Operators
  • Financial Institutions
  • Contractors
  • House Builders
  • Consultancies

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