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Job description / Role
Architectural firm in Qatar looking for a Client Representative. / Project Manager to join their successful and established company. Must be MMUP Grade A Architect, Experience of international construction practices , construction industry. Knowledge of Qatari licensing, regulations and permit applications processes
Job Overview
The Client Representative is responsible for representing client to external stakeholders such as architects, designers, interior decorators, engineers, quantity surveyors and external project managers on building projects commissioned bythe client.The Client Representative receives technical documentation and inputs from external partners and evaluates this in liaison with the appropriate staff from client's Group.
The Client Representative represents clients interests contractually and for the purposes of project management. Attention to time, quality, value for money, financial transparency, safety, legal liabilities and project delivery according to each project’s scope and specifications is are key performance areas. Projects Specification Prepare initial statements of project objectives, taking into account clients core operations and identify constraints applicable to each project. Establish the requirements for any professional skills, procedures and program management for projects, as well as legal, insurance and financial services required. Participate on project committees.
Participate in decision-making about the appointment of third party suppliers. Assist in the appointment of any project team members for an client -controlled project. Issue information, decisions, approvals and instructions to designers, consultants, suppliers and agents. Implement any feasibility studies and/or cost options required to assist in the implementation of a project. Develop and maintain a project strategy.
Give advice on methods of procuring construction. Manage development of the project brief and oversee its implementation. Project reporting and control Develop and maintain a management structure and communications environment within which all consultants, contractors and other persons can perform effectively. Identify any relevant project procedures, including existing processes, administrative actions such as the frequency of reporting, control procedures for program costs and contingencies, risk management, and performance and design quality reviews.
Prepare and maintain cost information in co-ordination with third-party estimates. Monitor performance and activity. Lead, coordinate and prepare a Project Execution Plan and a Project Program. Develop and manage change control procedures. Must demonstrate the following skills Excellent organizational and time management skills;The capacity to priorities tasks and work under pressure;
Requirements
Experience of international construction practices is highly valued for this position. Knowledge of the construction industry in the GCC is an advantage. Knowledge of Qatari licensing, regulations and permit applications processes Knowledge of planning, commercial and legal skills. Degree and/or Diploma qualified: B. Arch. or B Eng or other chartered professional.
The ability to liaise well with others and delegate tasks; Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially as regards reporting;Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads;Problem-solving skills and project management ability;The ability to represent complex issues clearly to management;Negotiating skills;A strong understanding of personalities and behavioral styles, negotiation skills, conflict management and resolution skills;Excellent attention to detail and well-organized record keeping.Proficiency in English required; the ability to speak Arabic is an advantage
About the Company
TrueBlue Resources is the Middle East based subsidiary of TrueBlue Inc. Operating from their Middle East Head Quarters in Dubai, since 2013, We offer Recruitment Solutions to a wide range of customers in the Energy, Power, Construction, Aviation, Aerospace and Defence, IT & Telecoms sectors throughout the whole Middle East and North Africa regions.