Construction Manager - Industrial

Role Purpose To oversee and lead construction projects from conception to completion by collaborating with cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery while adhering to quality, safety, and budgetary requirements. Key Accountabilities Strategic Contribution • Ensure effective cascading of the business strategy into operating plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departmental strategies. People Management • Manage the effective achievement of assigned objectives through the leadership of the Operations department by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance. • Lead the talent development initiatives for the Operations department, collaborating with technical/discipline experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements. • Act as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the Operations department to foster a value driven culture within the organization. Budgeting and Financial Planning • Manage the preparation, recommend the department budget, and monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines. Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures • Manage and ensure effective implementation of policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of Operations department activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements, fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service. Key Accountabilities Construction management • Define, formulate, and oversee the implementation of the construction plans and processes aligned with the overall Operations strategy and strategic objectives to ensure efficient and effective project execution. • Coordinate and prepare construction estimates, required resources, and budget to provide it to the Project Manager for procurement. • Provides support with the approval of subcontractors before project commencement to ensure that qualified and reliable subcontractors are selected, that align with project specifications and budget. • Liaise with selected contractors, subcontractors, and vendors for the timely delivery of project materials and address any supply chain issues to avoid delays. • Effectively allocate resources across construction sites in collaboration with the site manager to ensure resource availability and the optimized utilization of material and manpower. • Provide support to Project Managers on technical issues such as construction methodologies, materials selection, and engineering issues, to ensure effective problem-solving, informed decision-making, and successful project delivery. • Liaise with contract managers to manage and oversee building contracts on-site to ensure smooth contract administration and successful project execution. • Implement quality control measures to ensure that construction activities align with the project's goals and standards and comply with regulations and safety guidelines. Key Accountabilities Engineering Procurement Management • Collaborate with the Engineering team to ensure that the designs and shop drawings are received and coordinated effectivley. • Collaborate with the Procurement team to ensure that material submittals, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders are received and coordinated effectively. • Ensure all technical documentation is submitted on time for the proper implementation of the project engineering and procurement schedules. Logistics Management • Define and prepare a logistics management plan explaining how staff and equipment will be moved in and between the project sites to ensure timely project execution in collaboration with the Project Manager. • Monitor the logistics between the construction site and warehouses to manage the movement of staff between projects properly and smoothly, contributing to the overall timely and successful project delivery. • Communicate with the head of external works to expedite relocating existing utilities to avoid causing clashes with project design ensuring smooth project progression and mitigating any potential disruptions. • Initiate and implement an equipment plan to identify the required equipment to ensure accessibility within the site and to support smooth project execution, addressing operational needs, and maximizing efficiency. • Ensure available and easy access to handle all MEP and relevant equipment within the site, through all project stages to drive efficient, prompt, and quality-assured project delivery. Key Accountabilities Safety Adherence and Regulatory Compliance • Implement safety policies and procedures effectively addressing all safety-related aspects and risks aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements to enforce safety across c