Our client (a leading EPC Contractor) is urgently looking for a "EPC Project Director – Waste Water Treatment Plant" with experience on construction of oil and gas or EPC projects.

Location: Kuwait (Clients Corporate Level)

Nationality Preference: Western & Arab Nationals

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary is negotiable for right candidate

A substantial tax free salary is complemented by allowances towards car, fuel, education, annual paid leave with family air tickets, life & medical insurance, annual bonus, contributory pension schemes, end of term indemnity, in addition to that there is a generous mobilization allowance while setting into a new country.

Profile Required:

• More than 20 years of relevant experience with leading international companies in handling construction of large wastewater treatment plant and will be in similar role for the last 5 years with experience in Project Management, Procurement, Tendering, Project Controls, Safety, Planning
• A Graduate and/or a Chartered Engineer in any discipline (preference in order Civil, Mechanical)
• Solid background and expertise on BOT / BOO Projects – specifically on Waste, Water, Utility, Infrastructure contract/company, servicing EPC projects and managing suppliers
• Knowledge of construction, engineering and procurement and other project-related activities, including their interfaces and interdependencies. Broad knowledge of industry standards
• Ability to plan, organise, lead and monitor a wide variety of team efforts to their successful completion
• Understands and practices leadership principles. Ability to be people sensitive, to promote an open and informal communication environment, to develop mutual trust and teamwork, and to facilitate employee self-development
• Ability to recognize people for their accomplishments and ensure that customers and the Hatch organisation are made aware of these accomplishments

Job Description:

• To organize staff and lead Company teams to ensure project completion in a safe manner, within budget, on schedule, and in conformance with the appropriate standards and specifications.
• To assist the Prime Contract Manager in reviewing the prime contract documents and data. Establish plans, schedules and budgets for prime contract obligations and review the technical input.
• To take the lead in co-ordinating the planning and execution of the work with organisations such as Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Construction, Labour Relations, Controller, and other services to achieve an assignment of work scope which will result in an integrated project team approach.
• To initiate and direct the planning and development of the project execution plans, scope definition, project procedures, budgets, and project schedules. Ensure acceptance by the Client, Company project teams and functional management.
• To review and approve bid tabulations for commitments for all major purchase orders, contracts, and sub-contracts and approve critical changes to these documents.
• To review and approve project control plans including trend programs, project cost estimates, forecasts, schedules, financial reports, and commitments that exceed assigned budgets. Periodically review change order controls to ensure all changes are being handled properly.
• To ensure that all Client’s contacts, including major correspondence and working relationships between Company and the Client, is maintained throughout the duration of the project. Monitor and control all contractual commitments to ensure that all work is being performed in accordance with the specifications, drawings and terms of the contract that change orders are timely, and claims are managed.
• To review equipment and bulk materials procurement methodology, schedules, expedite plans and methods of delivery to ensure compatibility with project plans, schedules, and budget.
• To conduct periodic project and Client’s meetings to review progress and discuss issues. Ensure the project teams resolve problems involving co-ordination, schedule and the setting of priorities.
• To prepare or direct the preparation of progress and special reports to Client and Company management.
• To provide for the administration of sub-contractors providing construction services, materials, or equipment for the project.
• To oversee the preparation of the Project Financial Status Reports for Company management.
• To monitor cash flow to minimise Company investment in the project and inform the customer of the current and anticipated cash requirements for the project. Establish and control the budget for non-reimbursable project costs.
• To obtain Client’s acceptance of the work and document all turnover activities. Is responsible for the preparation and submission of the final project report and prompt closeout of the prime contract.
• To assists in the training of new project managers through both formal training courses and on-the-job training.
• To promote the management concept of Continuous Improvement (CI) among all members of the project team.
• To promote and practice team building across the project.