Associate Director - Construction

Job description / Role

To enhance and support the Construction function through managing and leading employees, monitoring the scope of work for different construction activities, ensuring progress through monitoring project evolution and contractor performance to ensure high-end and on-time delivery.

Client Details

This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation who is involved in one of the biggest real estate developments in the KSA Region. One of the giga-projects in Saudi Arabia focusing on hospitality development and increasing the countries future tourism.

Description

As an Associate Director - Construction you will:

* Assist with the implementation of the annual business plan and targets and execute the strategic agenda of the Construction function to deliver the clients vision and mission.
* Contribute to the preparation of the functional budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.
* Lead on-site employees and ensure that each one is executing proper tasks.
* Give direction when needed for consultant and contractor regarding project management, and project deliverable to ensure on-time delivery.
* Conduct site inspections and record comments on issues and follow-ups, provide guidance and recommendation for Construction and Project Director to ensure that work is executed in line with approved specifications, the project is progressing according to schedule and the appropriate resources are allocated in line with the contractual agreement.

Job Offer

Apart from the attractive remuneration, and associated benefits. an opportunity to execute the exciting vision and growth story that they have for KSA.

Requirements

* An ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or any related construction field with a minimum of 18 years of experience in a similar position out of which the last 3-4 years on a senior managerial position. Previous experience with a hospitality project is a must.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

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The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.