Director of
Infrastructure
1Recruit International
Doha, Qatar
• International PMCM Consulting Group
• Location: Doha, Qatar
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client is a leading global Project & Construction Management Consultancy with international operations on major landmark commercial projects across the Middle East North Africa markets. Our client now seeks to appoint a Director of Infrastructure for its Qatar office to provide strategic leadership and key technical expertise for the firm’s Infrastructure Division in Qatar. This role is also responsible for business development, quality management and the management of key talent for the firm’s Infrastructure Design Offices.
Reporting to the Managing Director – Infrastructure Sustainability and managing a large infrastructure team, this role is responsible for the following:
• Monitor the technical quality of the firm’s Infrastruture projects to ensure that the projects delivered to Clients are of the highest technical quality and engineering practice standard.
• Identify and develop added value business opportunities and client relationships, and coordinate discipline-specific business development activities in partnership with Directors of the firm.
• Provide high level expertise and input on all matters relating to the financial strategy and performance of projects within the scope of relevant disciplines in order to deliver required commercial outcomes.
• Develop and implement measures to mitigate project-related financial and business risks.
• Provide strategic planning input and recommendations focused on divisional growth and profitability, focusing specifically on quality of delivery and strategic management of technical skills sets within the Infrastructure Division.
• Analyze existing work processes, procedures and systems, identifying opportunities for increased efficiencies cost-effectiveness and service improvements.
• Identify appropriate solutions to complex issues by applying strategic management tools.
• Create a culture of effective communication, consultation, and interpersonal relationship-building, applicable within area of responsibility.
• Create a high performance team and create a culture of learning consistent with corporate objectives and values, aligned to the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Define and ensure execution of business strategies to optimize the performance of the business unit in terms of delivery to the Client and quality standards in all work outputs.
• Location: Doha, Qatar
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client is a leading global Project & Construction Management Consultancy with international operations on major landmark commercial projects across the Middle East North Africa markets. Our client now seeks to appoint a Director of Infrastructure for its Qatar office to provide strategic leadership and key technical expertise for the firm’s Infrastructure Division in Qatar. This role is also responsible for business development, quality management and the management of key talent for the firm’s Infrastructure Design Offices.
Reporting to the Managing Director – Infrastructure Sustainability and managing a large infrastructure team, this role is responsible for the following:
• Monitor the technical quality of the firm’s Infrastruture projects to ensure that the projects delivered to Clients are of the highest technical quality and engineering practice standard.
• Identify and develop added value business opportunities and client relationships, and coordinate discipline-specific business development activities in partnership with Directors of the firm.
• Provide high level expertise and input on all matters relating to the financial strategy and performance of projects within the scope of relevant disciplines in order to deliver required commercial outcomes.
• Develop and implement measures to mitigate project-related financial and business risks.
• Provide strategic planning input and recommendations focused on divisional growth and profitability, focusing specifically on quality of delivery and strategic management of technical skills sets within the Infrastructure Division.
• Analyze existing work processes, procedures and systems, identifying opportunities for increased efficiencies cost-effectiveness and service improvements.
• Identify appropriate solutions to complex issues by applying strategic management tools.
• Create a culture of effective communication, consultation, and interpersonal relationship-building, applicable within area of responsibility.
• Create a high performance team and create a culture of learning consistent with corporate objectives and values, aligned to the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Define and ensure execution of business strategies to optimize the performance of the business unit in terms of delivery to the Client and quality standards in all work outputs.
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent
with a Master’s Degree being highly desirable. Membership of a professional
institution such as C. Eng, MICE, MI Struct E or PE being required.
• Candidates must possess a minimum of 20 years post graduate design experience within the relevant engineering discipline, of which at least 5 years within a Consultancy environment within infrastructure.
• Expert understanding of design, construction and project management concepts.
• The leader we seek will be able to plan, prioritize, schedule tasks, people and resources in order to meet strategic aims.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrates a strategic approach to team delivery.
• Highly developed knowledge of statutory and commercial frameworks with the ability to prepare and control large budgets, manage complex contractual and invoicing issues.
• Demonstrates well-developed team membership, leadership and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to motivate and energize a large team towards delivering high quality with a strong Client focus.
• Demonstrates high-impact presentation skills and highly effective negotiation skills
• Sound understanding of health, safety and sustainability principles within discipline.
• Demonstrates commitment to own and other's professional development.
An excellent tax free salary, with stable employment, will be offered to attract suitable candidates to these roles.
• Candidates must possess a minimum of 20 years post graduate design experience within the relevant engineering discipline, of which at least 5 years within a Consultancy environment within infrastructure.
• Expert understanding of design, construction and project management concepts.
• The leader we seek will be able to plan, prioritize, schedule tasks, people and resources in order to meet strategic aims.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrates a strategic approach to team delivery.
• Highly developed knowledge of statutory and commercial frameworks with the ability to prepare and control large budgets, manage complex contractual and invoicing issues.
• Demonstrates well-developed team membership, leadership and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to motivate and energize a large team towards delivering high quality with a strong Client focus.
• Demonstrates high-impact presentation skills and highly effective negotiation skills
• Sound understanding of health, safety and sustainability principles within discipline.
• Demonstrates commitment to own and other's professional development.
An excellent tax free salary, with stable employment, will be offered to attract suitable candidates to these roles.
1Recruit International LLC is an international
global recruitment and human resource solutions consultancy with a global mind
set and a proven track record in talent management. Resourcing across an array
of executive business sectors, our corporate mission entails client
satisfaction through quality orientation; a consultative approach, delivery
excellence and innovation through 'best fit candidates technically,
behaviourally and culturally.
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Finance &
Accounting Manager
1Recruit International
Doha, Qatar
• General Contracting Firm
• Location: Doha, Qatar
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client, a general contracting Qatari conglomerate, is now seeking an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager to join their team and lead their Finance Department and Financial Management of their company and projects in Qatar, valued at up to US500M.
With dual reporting to the Corporate Finance Manager and General Manager, this role is responsible for the following:
• Overall responsibility for the financial management such as business planning, budgeting, cash management, billing, banking, etc.
• Providing advice and guidelines to Corporate Finance Manager and GM on key matters related to Finance.
• Ensuring all funds, physical assets and other property assigned to Finance and organization are properly safeguarded, maintained and administered.
• Providing management with timely and accurate reporting, and confidence in the integrity of the financial system.
• Providing financial advice on business structure, plans and operations, as well as identifying, recommending and implementing business solutions.
• Ensures financial compliance with Treasury requirements.
• Ensures Finance Department is staffed with competent personnel and that key personnel are continuously trained and developed.
• Recommends performance standards for key areas of operations including but not limited to, cash flow projections, costing parameters for key operating areas, operational efficiency of assigned organizations, training and development of personnel, etc.
• Supervises accounts function to facilitate financial accuracy and reliability.
• Prepares monthly management reports.
• Ensures accounting policies and procedures are implemented and in compliance with the overall company policies.
• Provides financial guidance and advice to other Divisions in improving their operational efficiency.
• Reviews and analyses financial performance in relation to annual plans and programs.
• Location: Doha, Qatar
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client, a general contracting Qatari conglomerate, is now seeking an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager to join their team and lead their Finance Department and Financial Management of their company and projects in Qatar, valued at up to US500M.
With dual reporting to the Corporate Finance Manager and General Manager, this role is responsible for the following:
• Overall responsibility for the financial management such as business planning, budgeting, cash management, billing, banking, etc.
• Providing advice and guidelines to Corporate Finance Manager and GM on key matters related to Finance.
• Ensuring all funds, physical assets and other property assigned to Finance and organization are properly safeguarded, maintained and administered.
• Providing management with timely and accurate reporting, and confidence in the integrity of the financial system.
• Providing financial advice on business structure, plans and operations, as well as identifying, recommending and implementing business solutions.
• Ensures financial compliance with Treasury requirements.
• Ensures Finance Department is staffed with competent personnel and that key personnel are continuously trained and developed.
• Recommends performance standards for key areas of operations including but not limited to, cash flow projections, costing parameters for key operating areas, operational efficiency of assigned organizations, training and development of personnel, etc.
• Supervises accounts function to facilitate financial accuracy and reliability.
• Prepares monthly management reports.
• Ensures accounting policies and procedures are implemented and in compliance with the overall company policies.
• Provides financial guidance and advice to other Divisions in improving their operational efficiency.
• Reviews and analyses financial performance in relation to annual plans and programs.
• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance with
CPA, CMA, or CA qualified being advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar leadership role, with experience in the contracting, trading and/or fabrication sectors is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational, writing and presentation skills.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is preferred.
• Candidates with local experience and experience in using Delta ERP system will be highly regarded.
A competitive salary package will be offered to attract exceptional candidates to this growth organization.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar leadership role, with experience in the contracting, trading and/or fabrication sectors is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational, writing and presentation skills.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is preferred.
• Candidates with local experience and experience in using Delta ERP system will be highly regarded.
A competitive salary package will be offered to attract exceptional candidates to this growth organization.
1Recruit International LLC is an international
global recruitment and human resource solutions consultancy with a global mind
set and a proven track record in talent management. Resourcing across an array
of executive business sectors, our corporate mission entails client
satisfaction through quality orientation; a consultative approach, delivery
excellence and innovation through 'best fit candidates technically,
behaviourally and culturally.
Apply Now
Director of
Claims
1Recruit International
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Tier 1 Contracting Firm
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client, a leading Tier 1 general contracting firm with regional MENA operations, has secured numerous key commercial building projects and now seek to appoint a Director of Claims for their Saudi operations. This role will be responsible for all claims for projects currently or destined for Riyadh, Medina and Jeddah. This role is responsible for directing quantitative delay analysis, forensic analysis and claims as well as leading large teams ensuring efficient work flow. This role centres on construction claims management, cost outcome projection and strategic claims advice.
Reporting to the CEO and managing a contracts and claims team, the proven performer we seek for this exceptional opportunity will be responsible for the following:
• Manage the process of identifying, investigating and compiling of complex delay claims, acceleration, disruption and breaches of contract.
• Have a sound understanding of the calculation of quantum of damages and have the ability to perform delay analysis.
• Negotiate contracts and manage all aspects of risk and commercial exposure at both pre and post contract stages.
• Manage dispute resolution and costing activities and ensure that any disputes are resolved efficiently.
• Manage costing and payment positions, protecting company financial performance and cash flow.
• Responsible for maintaining long term working relationship with clients by ensuring that the best services within quality and cost is achieved.
• Contract management and administration, particularly on breaches of contract terms.
• Monitoring and managing bonds and insurances.
• Budget and cost control – oversight of the ‘master budget’ and constituent project budgets.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in respect of international contracts requirements as applicable to large scale construction contracts.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations or dispute resolution processes.
• Provide commercial assurance through forecasting, project review as required and identification of issues giving rise to commercial risk.
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + Benefits
Our client, a leading Tier 1 general contracting firm with regional MENA operations, has secured numerous key commercial building projects and now seek to appoint a Director of Claims for their Saudi operations. This role will be responsible for all claims for projects currently or destined for Riyadh, Medina and Jeddah. This role is responsible for directing quantitative delay analysis, forensic analysis and claims as well as leading large teams ensuring efficient work flow. This role centres on construction claims management, cost outcome projection and strategic claims advice.
Reporting to the CEO and managing a contracts and claims team, the proven performer we seek for this exceptional opportunity will be responsible for the following:
• Manage the process of identifying, investigating and compiling of complex delay claims, acceleration, disruption and breaches of contract.
• Have a sound understanding of the calculation of quantum of damages and have the ability to perform delay analysis.
• Negotiate contracts and manage all aspects of risk and commercial exposure at both pre and post contract stages.
• Manage dispute resolution and costing activities and ensure that any disputes are resolved efficiently.
• Manage costing and payment positions, protecting company financial performance and cash flow.
• Responsible for maintaining long term working relationship with clients by ensuring that the best services within quality and cost is achieved.
• Contract management and administration, particularly on breaches of contract terms.
• Monitoring and managing bonds and insurances.
• Budget and cost control – oversight of the ‘master budget’ and constituent project budgets.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in respect of international contracts requirements as applicable to large scale construction contracts.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations or dispute resolution processes.
• Provide commercial assurance through forecasting, project review as required and identification of issues giving rise to commercial risk.
• Bachelor Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost
Engineering, Construction or comparable with professional accreditation of
MCIArb or FRICS or MRICS or equivalent being essential.
• Candidates must possess a minimum of 15 years of relevant construction claims management experience with a strong background in commercial, civil and infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in dealing with quantitative delay analysis, forensic analysis and claims
• Proven ability to work and manage projects of large scale and complexity
• Strong leadership skills, negotiation abilities, analytical skills essential as well as accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills as candidates must be comfortable presenting at Board Level.
• Candidates who are familiar with the GCC region and have strong contacts will be highly regarded.
• Bilingual language skills in English and Arabic is essential.
A competitive salary package will be offered to attract exceptional candidates to this growth organization.
• Candidates must possess a minimum of 15 years of relevant construction claims management experience with a strong background in commercial, civil and infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in dealing with quantitative delay analysis, forensic analysis and claims
• Proven ability to work and manage projects of large scale and complexity
• Strong leadership skills, negotiation abilities, analytical skills essential as well as accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills as candidates must be comfortable presenting at Board Level.
• Candidates who are familiar with the GCC region and have strong contacts will be highly regarded.
• Bilingual language skills in English and Arabic is essential.
A competitive salary package will be offered to attract exceptional candidates to this growth organization.
1Recruit International LLC is an international
global recruitment and human resource solutions consultancy with a global mind
set and a proven track record in talent management. Resourcing across an array
of executive business sectors, our corporate mission entails client
satisfaction through quality orientation; a consultative approach, delivery
excellence and innovation through 'best fit candidates technically,
behaviourally and culturally.
Apply Now