Director Of Construction Security

Job description / Role

Description

The Construction Security Director will play a critical role in managing security for the client's construction project. The position will be embedded within the Delivery Team and will have a close working relationship with the Security Department. The Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing all security-related activities and issues within the construction environment. They will also work closely with delivery partners to ensure that security strategies and plans are developed, implemented, and maintained throughout the construction process. This is an urgent hire, with an immediate start.

Requirements

The Construction Security Director will play a critical role in managing security for the client's construction project. The position will be embedded within the Delivery Team and will have a close working relationship with the Security Department. The Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing all security-related activities and issues within the construction environment. They will also work closely with delivery partners to ensure that security strategies and plans are developed, implemented, and maintained throughout the construction process. This is an urgent hire, with an immediate start.

• Lead and manage all construction security activities within the client's project, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
• Develop and implement security strategies and plans in collaboration with the Delivery Team and external delivery partners.
• Ensure that all security measures are aligned with local and international standards, addressing both physical and cyber security threats.
• Oversee risk assessments, threat evaluations, and vulnerability analyses specific to the construction environment.
• Act as the key security liaison between the Delivery Team and the client's Security team, ensuring proper communication and coordination.
• Monitor and audit security processes for compliance and improvement.
• Manage emergency response protocols and contingency planning for construction security incidents.
• Work with construction contractors to ensure security policies are enforced on-site.
• Provide regular updates and reports on security matters to both the Delivery Team and the Security Department.
• Collaborate with external security partners, local authorities, and stakeholders to ensure effective security management.
• Stay up to date on emerging threats and security trends relevant to the construction industry.

Benefits

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Construction Management, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in security management, with at least 5 years of experience in construction security.
• Proven experience in developing and managing security strategies within large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of security risk management, threat assessment, and crisis management in construction environments.
• Familiarity with delivery partner security strategies and how to assure their implementation.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.
• Strong understanding of local and international security standards, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Essential

• Ability to start immediately. This is an immediate hire and candidates without notice periods will be considered more favorably.

Preferred

• Experience in the Middle East, particularly within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Previous experience working on mega projects or high-profile construction developments.