General Manager - EPIC Contractor

Digby Morris

Qatar

Ref: KP107-17

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Digby Morris’ client, was founded in the 1970's, and has grown to become one of the largest specialized industrial services company in the State of Qatar employing nearly 4000 staff. ISO 9001:2008 certified, they have a diversified range of business in Infrastructure, Oil and Gas, Petrochemicals, Power, Pressure Equipment Manufacture, Repair, Maintenance and other industrial services including Heavy Engineering works.

The company is involved in EPC construction of Piping and associated interconnecting piping works, EPC construction of Storage tanks, Engineering, Manufacturing & Supply of Major Pressure Vessels, Columns, Boilers and Process Equipment in strict conformance with stringent International Codes & Standards.

The company offers the following services:
- EPC Projects (Engineering, Procurement & Construction).
- Construction (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation).
- Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and Start up Services.
- Maintenance (Asset Management, Shutdowns & Technical support)
- Medium and Heavy Steel Fabrication

Owing to restructuring, an exciting opportunity exists for a General Manager to assume day to day responsibility for running of the operation.

The General Manager will lead and manage the Middle East business. The General Manager will be responsible for:-

The operational processes and performance to meet customer expectations ensure employee engagement and achieve business financial and operational objectives.

- Knowledge of working with major oil companies in Middle East region and completing large scale and multiple projects.
- Background in engineering, electro-mechanical, welding, pipes, spooling, shutdown turnaround and various other industrial EPC related project.
- Responsible for setting, managing and monitoring the progress and implementation of the Company strategic and operational plans.
- Managing scheduling, materials management and logistics, engineering, quality, HSE, HR, Legal and all other functions and activities relating of running of the business.
- Develop customer relationships, vendors and operate in a multi-site international culture.
- Develop company growth and profit through implementing and utilizing available resources.
- Prioritize workload, maintain sense of urgency, credibility and ensure all customer needs and business requirements are fulfilled.
- Responsible for setting, managing and monitoring the progress and implementation of the Company strategic and operational plans.

This is a significant position with a package designed to attract and retain the best talent. An all inclusive tax free package in the order of QR60-70k is payable in addition to flights & medical.

A heavily incentivized bonus structure will also be applied.

Requirements

- Experience working in general or commercial management of an EPC/MEP Contractor engaged in the Energy or Infrastructure Sectors
- Min 20yrs professional experience
- Degree educated in Engineering from a recognized University (Ideally Mechanical or Industrial)
- Additional Tertiary Management qualifications are advantageous but not essential
- Should have a very good understanding of Financial and Cost Control methods.
- Must be a results orientated and driven individual with a demonstrable track record for business turnaround or growth
- A team leader/builder with the ability to create a cohesive work unit
- Fluency in English is a must – Arabic would be hugely advantageous
- Should ideally be available to commence work in October or sooner
- Should have held the position of GM for at least 2 years.

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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