Commercial Project Manager - Geotechnical

Fugro

UAE

Ref: GP848-124

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

This role is only applicable to candidates who has experience in geotechnical investigation and experience in managing them is MUST.

Role Specific Technical Competencies
• Thorough understanding of geotechnical investigations and previous experience in managing them is MUST.
• Keen Commercial awareness and contractual management experience.
• Knowledge of Project Management Areas – project scope management, project time management, project cost management.

Key Responsibilities
• Direct and manage all aspects of project development on key large projects, particularly oil & gas clients, from enquiry to delivery and close-out.
• Preparation of project execution plans, method statements, schedules, QHSE plans and risk assessments to address stringent Client HSE and technical requirements in line with Company procedures.
• Supervise and monitor project management team providing direction, support and assistance as necessary.
• Continuous communication and liaison with Clients, operations and laboratory departments, and other project stakeholders to ensure timely submission of deliverables and Client satisfaction.
• Collate, track and present project KPIs to maintain cost and contractual control at all times.
• Scheduling and allocation of equipment and resources in line with specific project requirements.
• Assist in compilation of technical/commercial proposals where necessary
• Attending and conducting regular internal/external technical project meetings, kick-off meetings and safety sessions.
• Client negotiation
• Preparation of factual/interpretive geotechnical reports collaboration with Engineering department
• To implement and drive with Company’s QHSE policies and procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications / Skills / Experience
• Engineering degree, preferably Civil Engineering or technical qualifications in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology or related Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 5yrs+ in similar role including commercial, technical and practical project management experience in the geotechnical contracting industry.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-national and multi-cultural work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written skills both internally and with Client (English is essential, other dialects may be advantageous)

Role Specific Behavioural Competencies
• Problem-solving/judgment: the ability to observe, think critically and to solve problems using data, analysis, interpretation, and reasoning skills.
• Teamwork: the proven dedication and ability to work successfully with others, adding value to the team.
• Information and communication: Communicates appropriately and effectively with a range of people on a variety of subjects in order to inform, educate or influence them. Processes and provides data / information to meet business requirements.
• Client focus: the ability to identify, meet and sometimes exceed the needs and expectations of (external or internal) clients, resulting in (long-term) client satisfaction.
• Agility: the ability to be flexible, responsive, adaptive, and show initiative in times of change, uncertainty and business opportunity.

About the Company

Fugro collects, processes and interprets data related to the earth's surface and the soils and rocks beneath and provides advice based on the results to clients in many sectors and also provides the people, equipment, expertise and technology that support the exploration, development, production and transportation of the world's natural resources. Fugro was founded in the Netherlands in 1962 and is listed on the Amsterdam stock exchange of NYSE Euronext since 1992. Fugro was included in the AEX-index as of September 2008.

Fugro's activities are arranged in three divisions: Geotechnical, Survey and Geoscience.

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Project Manager salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 24,500

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