Director, Infrastructure, Asset Optimisation, KSA

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.  The Team Our highly respected Infrastructure Asset Optimisation team is built on deep industry sector expertise with a demonstrably differentiated ability to address the most complex business problems and by supporting our owner/operator/contractor clients with the expertise of our deep project, Alvarez & Marsal's ultimate goal is to reduce the level of uncertainty associated with the development and operational costs of your projects, contributing to greater shareholder value drawn from procurement through execution and asset management through different solutions. How You Will Contribute A&M continues to expand in EMEA, and we are looking to recruit a Director to be based in our Riyadh or Doha offices. Working with some of the industry's brightest and most experienced colleagues, you will: • Lead the execution of project workstreams, demonstrating expertise and identifying opportunities for process improvement within the assigned tasks. • Conduct meetings and presentations with clients, as well as internal managerial and executive stakeholders, showcasing proficiency and confidence in discussing project matters. • Collaborate with teams and clients, engaging in negotiations and fostering effective partnerships between leadership. • Develop and nurture client relationships, seeking to understand their needs and contributing to their satisfaction. • Participate in industry events and associations to broaden professional connections and identify potential growth avenues. • Contribute to the identification and pursuit of new business prospects, aligned with the strategic goals of Infra and other Business Units. • Drive project analyses, propose actionable plans, and exhibit strong decision-making capabilities. • Demonstrate leadership qualities while effectively guiding project delivery. Qualifications • Bachelor's or master’s degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field. • Proven experience in project management and business development, ideally within consulting or related industries. • A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience within the infrastructure sector, with exposure to energy, public sector, and/or capital projects across the Middle East region. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of articulating ideas to diverse audiences. • Willingness to travel as required. • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and develop solutions, emphasizing creativity and critical thinking. • Self-starter with strong business acumen and a results-driven approach. • Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset. • Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with senior management, clients, and colleagues. • Entrepreneurial mindset with ambition and risk appetite. • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • Developing client management skills and aptitude for business development and negotiation. • Thrives in a high-energy, fast-paced, and dynamic culture. Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals. Show more Show less

Bachelor's or master’s degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience in project management and business development, ideally within consulting or related industries. A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience within the infrastructure sector, with exposure to energy, public sector, and/or capital projects across the Middle East region. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of articulating ideas to diverse audiences. Willingness to travel as required. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and develop solutions, emphasizing creativity and critical thinking. Self-starter with strong business acumen and a results-driven approach. Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Collaborative and team-oriented mindset. Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with senior management, clients, and colleagues. Entrepreneurial mindset with ambition and risk appetite. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Developing client management skills and aptitude for business development and negotiation. Thrives in a high-energy, fast-paced, and dynamic culture.

Lead the execution of project workstreams, demonstrating expertise and identifying opportunities for process improvement within the assigned tasks. Conduct meetings and presentations with clients, as well as internal managerial and executive stakeholders, showcasing proficiency and confidence in discussing project matters. Collaborate with teams and clients, engaging in negotiations and fostering effective partnerships between leadership. Develop and nurture client relationships, seeking to understand their needs and contributing to their satisfaction. Participate in industry events and associations to broaden professional connections and identify potential growth avenues. Contribute to the identification and pursuit of new business prospects, aligned with the strategic goals of Infra and other Business Units. Drive project analyses, propose actionable plans, and exhibit strong decision-making capabilities. Demonstrate leadership qualities while effectively guiding project delivery.