Position Title: Head of Construction

Location: Doha, Qatar

Reports to: Business Development Manager

Division: Business Development

Department: Construction

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Head of Construction to oversee and manage all construction activities at plant sites, ensuring that projects are delivered in accordance with specified requirements, timelines, and budgets. This role also requires ensuring compliance with organisational standards, legal regulations, and maintaining a high level of construction safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Project Management

• Manage all aspects of construction activities, ensuring execution according to project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee daily operations of construction projects, liaising with contractors and subcontractors to ensure quality and efficiency in construction tasks.
• Regularly review and monitor the progress of construction projects, providing detailed weekly and monthly reports to the Business Development Manager.
• Lead technical and contractual meetings with contractors, developers, and relevant stakeholders, fostering effective communication and collaboration.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all construction activities comply with organisational standards, legal regulations, and high safety and quality standards.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical and managerial issues, ensuring smooth progression of construction activities and minimising delays.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of construction activities, including contracts, progress reports, and compliance records to ensure transparency and accountability.

Business Support and Team Leadership

• Assist the Business Development Manager in developing strategic plans for construction growth, ensuring alignment with the company's business objectives.
• Lead and develop the construction team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their expectations and needs are met throughout the construction process.

Strategic Contribution

• Ensure effective cascading of the divisional strategy into sectional business plans, ensuring alignment and integration with other strategies within the organisation.

People Management

• Manage the effective achievement of objectives by setting individual targets, managing performance, and motivating staff to maximise team productivity.
• Lead talent development initiatives for the construction section, ensuring the availability of skilled professionals to meet business needs.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Manage the preparation and recommendation of the sectional budget and monitor financial performance, ensuring adherence to approved financial guidelines.
• Oversee the financial performance of all construction activities, ensuring alignment with the approved budget.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Lead the development and implementation of department policies, systems, processes, and controls to ensure compliance with relevant procedural and legislative requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead efforts in continuous improvement of department systems and practices, adapting to global standards and changes in the business environment.

Reporting

• Ensure that all department reports are prepared accurately and on time, in accordance with organisational requirements and quality standards.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline from a reputable university. Holding an MBA is optional but desirable.

Minimum Experience

• 10 years of experience in similar roles within large organisations, with at least 4 years in progressively senior managerial positions, demonstrating leadership and management expertise.

Job-Specific Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Proven people management skills, including team leadership and talent development.
• In-depth understanding of the power/energy and water sectors, including emerging trends and technologies.
• Proficiency in English (required), with Arabic as a plus.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with senior executives, management teams, and external partners.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of Qatar and GCC culture and working environments is highly desirable.