Development procurement strategies and plans both for the Programme and various Project(s)
Ensure that contracts are signed and thereafter managed throughout the duration of the Project(s) in accordance with the Authority’s relevant policies and procedures
About this role
Ensure that the contract administration is properly carried out by the Consultant
Monitor and report on the performance of contract administration by Consultants
Ensure and review recommendations when requests for variation, addendum, extension of time, claims etc. are being processed, ensuring that they are in accordance with the Authority’s relevant policies and procedures
Provide support to the Area Delivery Managers, amongst others, where required, on procurement and contractual matters
Provide regular progress reports and elevate issues within the Authority
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University degree from a recognized University in an appropriate field such as Project Management, Commercial Management, Construction Management or equivalent.
Excellent communication skills in English, written and spoken
Professionally qualified in MRICS or MCIPS or equivalent is preferable
Master’s degree in a relevant field
Arabic language skills
Experience of working in Qatar or the Gulf region at least 5 years
Minimum of 15 years post graduate experience with experience in major infrastructure projects or programmes; preference will be given to roads, aviation, structures or rail related experience
Experience in International contracting mechanisms e.g. FIDIC and Governmental forms
Experience in the assessment of claims and variations on major infrastructure projects
Desirable to have experience of working in Qatar or the Gulf region
Demonstrable track record in the delivery of large multidisciplinary projects
In-depth knowledge of various project procedures
A “rounded profile”, comfortable with procurement (all matters up to contract award), formulating contracts & management of post contract administration to ensure that Project(s) are successful delivered in terms of quality, cost and time parameters; the successful candidate will also be able to mobilize people and teams and by their leadership skills lead teams and secure successful deliverables
Effective in building good working relationships within complex structures, both internally and with various project stakeholders