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Project manager, highways, Sharjah, UAE

Key role objective

The principal function of this position is to:

  • Lead the project team in order to meet or exceed the Client, Halcrow management and staff needs and expectations from that commission
  • Day-to-day manager of the Halcrow project and ensures that any problems encountered are quickly identified and adequately resolved
  • Hold regular meetings with client/client representatives to report progress and raise issues if necessary;
  • Responsible for ensuring maximum commercial return for the project.
  • To manage the Design and change of design throughout the construction phase to ensure all contractors complete their work in a timely manner.

Key areas of responsibility

The priorities of this role include:

  • Understanding what is important for Halcrow and for the Client
  • Planning the project inputs and deliverables to meet the requirements of Halcrow and its Clients
  • Managing the commercial return to Halcrow
  • Appointing and monitoring the performance of their Work Package Managers
  • Incorporating the required degree of skill and care
  • Managing the project team with the CRE
  • Managing the Project Budget
  • Managing the interface with third parties
  • Managing the Project Forecast
  • Managing change control within the Project risk level
  • Maintaining the Client relationships by meeting or exceeding their expectations
  • Delivering the agreed service delivery requirements (for the Output and parts thereof)
  • Complying with Halcrow management requirements and applying best practice
  • Clearly specifying any delegations of their authority and ensuring roles are well defined
  • Being aware of and acting on business opportunities when they arise on their project.
  • Seeking continual improvement and applying and/or adding to corporate knowledge
  • Meeting statutory and regulatory requirements

Minimum qualifications

The ideal candidate must have;

  • BSc (Eng) & MICE
  • In excess of 6 years construction experience
  • Experience as a project manager with a consultant;
  • Evidence of being able to manage a programme of similar scale and magnitude

We offer:

  • a commitment to your personal and professional development
  • a package that recognises and rewards success
  • an environment that encourages a healthy work life balance with flexible working conditions

How to apply

If you feel you have the right qualifications and experience for this position, or know someone who fits the profile, please click here to email a CV with a cover letter.

 

Halcrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vacancy created 22 April 2008



 

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