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APPLICATION MANAGER – Leading Home Furnishings & Building Materials Retailer – KUWAIT Job – First Resort Global Recruitment

November 7th, 2011 No comments

Our client is the biggest Building and Homewares retail store in the Middle East. The organization has departments including furniture, bathrooms, kitchens, …

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Our client is the biggest Building and Homewares retail store in the Middle East. The organization has departments including furniture, bathrooms, kitchens, tools and hardware products.

We are looking for an Application Manager to join their rapidly expanding team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•Manage a team of IT professionals in the field of systems analysis, applications software, and programming.

•Manage, develop and ensure the design and implementation of procedures and controls necessary to ensure and protect the safety and security of all information systems assets, including prevention of intentional or inadvertent access, modification, disclosure, or destruction.

•Researching the installation of new systems, review and approve action plans, requests and activities related to IT, coming from different functions of the company.

•Design a Reliable Microsoft Environment in the way that fulfills the company’s needs.

•Administer all versions of Microsoft Operating Systems, MS Exchange and MS ISA

•Administer all versions of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, FTP and other Microsoft features

•Administer various Antivirus applications.

•Administer BlackBerry application and service.

•In case a problem is captured on the Domain or the servers, analyze the problem and identify the solution.

•Solve issues through phone/e-mail or remotely, otherwise going to the site, and follow up the problem resolution until completed.

•Test the Systems and ensure the stability of the Systems Environment.

•Analyze help requests, identify problem and provide solutions. Enter updated data and feedback received from user into the system.

•Identify the type of resolution and update reason for failure/enter new issue into systems

•Check regularly database status. Prepare a Performance Report and notify related departments

•Determine all software requirements to ensure the security (anti-virus, internet, and phone).

•Prepare and develop Contingency and Disaster Recovery Plans, and train users.

•Direct and manage all the activities related to Project Management, including defining the project team, scope and targets as well as evaluation of the project at the end of a project phase.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-11-07
Job Location: Kuwait
Job Role: Technology/IT
Company Industry: Retail/Wholesale

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Career Level: Management
Gender: Male

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IT Programme Manager Job – Deerfoot IT

November 4th, 2011 No comments

Programme Manager, Prince 2, PMP, Banking, PMO. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. $80,000 – $120,000 – Tax Free. Our client who are a significant member of the Middle Eastern …

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Programme Manager, Prince 2, PMP, Banking, PMO. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. $80,000 – $120,000 – Tax Free.

Our client who are a significant member of the Middle Eastern banking community have asked us to assist in the hire of 6 IT Programme Managers.

Purpose/Overview:

The IT Programme Manager’s role is to manage the IT elements of large, strategic, multi-project Strategic Initiates or Programmes. Therefore, the IT Programme Manager is a key role in managing initiatives that directly impact customer experience, sectors’ revenue stream; and/or projects initiated to mitigate major risks. This role requires communications with senior management including division and section heads; as well as with other PMOs and programme managers to collectively use resources among critical programmes. The IT Programme Manager is empowered to deliver major IT initiatives, and therefore, is accountable to Sector steering committees as well as the IT senior management team

Key Accountabilities:

Financial/Monetary: (Revenue/Cost): Manage the programme budget both CAPEX and OPEX Manage vendor contract payments Accountable to ensure the overall programme budget (CAPEX and OPEX) is spent as planned and report any variances to the programme board and steering committees

Customer/Client: (Internal/External): Acts as primary customer contact for programme activities, leading programme review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance Consolidate an overall programme plan based on each project’s programme Create an overall programme management plan including (risk, resources, time, scope, cost, etc) plans Planning strategic programmes and proactively monitoring the overall progress, resolving issues and initiating corrective action as appropriate; Manage programme interdependencies in terms of resources and milestones

Suppliers/Vendors: (Regulators/Others): Leads the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals including financial terms/conditions of contract. Leads project team as well as vendors Monitors the vendor performance and takes corrective actions as required

People/Employee: (Unit/Bank wide): Manage/lead a team of project managers and project team (cross-functional and cross-organizational )who are assigned to his/her during the programme life cycle; Conducts programme review session with his/her project managers to align the overall programme and reports the results to ITPMO, senior management, and key stakeholders Reports directly to programme steering Proactively provide feedback on the programme team’s performance and resolve any issues/conflicts Negotiate internally to obtain the HR resources required to achieve the programme goals Performs team assessments and communicate with functional managers for that purpose.

Qualification / Capabilities:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computing/IT or Business related subjects Certified Project Management Professional PMI

Experience: 5 year’s experience in programme management 10 years management experience in a software house managed more 75 large projects Managed/participated in more than 5 programmes

Skills/Attributes: Excellent Arabic and English langue skills: writing, reading, and conversation Ability to effectively applies PMI methodology and enforces project standards Ability to handle complex interrelated projects/programme Communicates effectively with stakeholder Strong organizational, presentation, and customer service skills.

Many thanks for taking the time to review this advert. Peter.

Programme Manager, Prince 2, PMP, Banking, PMO. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. $80,000 – $120,000 – Tax Free.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-11-04
Job Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Job Role: Technology/IT
Company Industry: Banking
Monthly Salary: US $9,000
Joining Date: 2011-09-30

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Career Level: Management

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General Manager (EPC)- Oil & Gas- Dubai Job – Bhatia Brothers

October 29th, 2011 No comments

The ideal candidate should hold a Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering degree preferably with an MBA from a Western B-School and having over 15 years of experience in Sales & procurement of EPC related industry covering…

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The ideal candidate should hold a Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering degree preferably with an MBA from a Western B-School and having over 15 years of experience in Sales & procurement of EPC related industry covering Oil & Gas sector in the Middle East.

Key responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Formulating need-based business plans / strategies for maximizing profitability & revenue generation & realize organizational goals

• Developing relationships with key decision-makers in target organizations for business development & joint venture collaborations

• Managing all activities related to Project Management like planning, resource planning, scheduling, monitoring the progress and ensuring that the project is executed in time and within set budgeted cost

• Budgeting, planning and indenting and mobilization of materials and manpower as per the requirement

• Application of quality planning & technology management criteria in all activities to ensure improvement in quality of work

• Good team Management. Should be able to delegate, develop & motivate each member of the project team

• Excellent communication & negotiation skills

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-29
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Role: Engineering
Company Industry: Oil/Petroleum
Monthly Salary: US $10,000

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Career Level: Executive/Director
Degree: Master’s degree

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International Finance Manager (FSA) Job – Baker Hughes

October 26th, 2011 No comments

The International Finance Manager for French Speaking Africa is responsible for 33 legal entities across 12 French speaking African countries generating $500m+ of revenue. The International Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the day to …

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The International Finance Manager for French Speaking Africa is responsible for 33 legal entities across 12 French speaking African countries generating $500m+ of revenue. The International Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the day to day operations of and activities for 5 Country Accounting Centers and all associated local finance tasks. The managers role is to ensure all internal control processes are in place and that the integrity of the financial data is of a high standard and meets French and US GAAP and SOX regulations. The role will be based in Dubai reporting to the Regional Accounting Center Director.
Education Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance or equivalent. Relevant professional certification such as CPA, CA, local equivalent or MBA/Masters in Finance required. 10+ years of finance experience preferably in Oil &Gas field services industry, including 4+ years of management experience. Experienced in managing teams of 10+ full time employees preferred. Cross-product line experience preferred.
Skill Requirements:
Strong accounting knowledge including French and US general accounting rules and practices (French and US GAAP to a high level). Knowledge of Baker Hughes internal policies essential preferred. Process development and project management experience within a large similar organization preferred. Strong team management skills. Strong communication skills. Experience in dealing with all levels/areas within a large organization e.g. Finance and operations. Language requirement of English and French is essential. High level of SAP skills and experience is preferred. Strong Excel skills. HFM knowledge is preferred. Foreign exchange knowledge preferred. Strong leadership qualities required. Approximately 50% travel will be required.
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Principal Mechanical Engineer – Abu Dhabi, UAE Job – CH2M

October 25th, 2011 No comments

Why CH2M HILL For decades, CH2M HILL has been a global leader in global leader in engineering, consulting, design, program …

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Why CH2M HILL
For decades, CH2M HILL has been a global leader in global leader in engineering, consulting, design, program management, construction and operations, working on the most challenging and impactful projects around the world. Through these challenging projects, we develop our people — who transform complex and creative ideas into reality, every day. Join us and together we can work to build a sustainable world. We support you to reach your greatest career goals through continued professional development, a positive work life balance and undeniably cool engineering projects. Join employee-owned CH2M HILL and discover why our diverse team has been consistently ranked as one of the leading employers and repeatedly recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For”.
About the Business
Whether it is petrochemicals for plastics, or fuel for a tractor on the farm, the bottom line is the world needs oil. The one resource has countless uses for the things people rely on each day. From crude oil and natural gas, to new and renewable resources, your job in our Oil & Gas Group will serve an important role as we provide innovative consulting, engineering, procurement, construction and operations solutions to the world’s oil and gas companies. This is your opportunity to discover the most challenging projects, develop as a professional to reach your career goals. Ready? Let’s Get to Work.
Description and Desired Qualifications

CH2M HILL – Principal Mechanical Engineer – Abu Dhabi, UAE

The challenge? Helping ensure the supply of our world’s oil and gas. At CH2M HILL, we deliver solutions that span the entire breadth of the oil industry. Our Principal Mechanical Engineer job will provide you with the opportunity to work in a Project Management Consultant capacity on an exciting large scale sour gas development located within some the largest sand dunes in the world. This project represents a new era in gas development and will set a benchmark for the world gas processing and treatment industry. You should be a self motivated, detail oriented professional with a minimum of 15 years experience working within the oil and gas industry and a minimum of five years working within the GCC.
Basic Function & Scope

Oversee the EPC contractor’s mechanical design activities to ensure that all aspects of the design and the contractor’s execution of the work are in full accordance with the project.
Covers Pressure Vessels (Reactor / Column / Drum etc.), TEMA Type Heat Exchangers, Fin-Fan Coolers, Plate Type Heat Exchangers, Filters, Internals (such as trays, etc.), and Equipment Platforms.
Key responsibilities of this position include:

Evaluate mechanical engineering execution portions of technical EPC bid submissions.
Provide technical input in the area of mechanical design as required by the EPC contractor and others in the development of the design and detailed engineering.
Review the detailed engineering schedule provided by the EPC contractor relative to mechanical work to ensure completeness, proper organization of work activities, reasonableness of time frames and ensure that the associated planning is able to meet the project requirements.
Monitor contractors performance in accordance with the detailed engineering schedule and ensure that where needed corrective actions are taken to deliver the work in accordance with the project schedule requirements.
Review and approve the list of mechanical deliverables, and monitor and ensure the timely submission of these deliverables by the EPC contractor.
Ensure that all mechanical deliverables are reviewed and comments/approvals issued in accordance with the specified time frames and other provisions of the EPC contract.
Ensure all mechanical desig

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Date Posted: 2011-10-26
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Role: Other
Company Industry: Engineering

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Career Level: Mid Career

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Project Manager Job – HUB Street Equipment Pty Ltd

October 25th, 2011 No comments

HUB Street Equipment is an award winning company that designs and supplies Beautiful, Functional and Robust Street furniture. HUB has established an international reputation for providing high …

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HUB Street Equipment is an award winning company that designs and supplies Beautiful, Functional and Robust Street furniture. HUB has established an international reputation for providing high end design solutions. Recent growth has demanded a requirement for a suitably experienced and capable individual to join our growing team.

We are involved in the design and supply of a broad range of outdoor furniture and infrastructure. The breadth of our experience includes street furniture, bus shelters, street lighting, high-mast lighting and public art projects. We are primarily engaged to provide custom designed solutions for our clients.

Currently we are expanding both within Australia and within markets overseas, and as such, are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager with a minimum of 5 years experience to join our team in Doha.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the project management and delivery functions are carried out effectively and efficiently in line with HUB’s quality, lead time and budget expectations. The Project Manager will be required to work closely with HUB’s COO to co-ordinate all key project delivery functions (see below). The Project Manager will also be required to maintain and grow strong and productive relationships with HUB’s clients through effective communication and be willing to travel to oversee project delivery.

Our ideal Manufacturing Project Manager will have the following attributes:

1. Minimum experience of between 5 -10 years within industry and within the Public Domain.

2. Industry relevant tertiary qualifications in Design, and or Project Management.

3. A high level of capability and competency in Project Management.

4. Experience in ensuring the delivery of high quality product for various suppliers locally and internationally.

5. Experience in scoping, planning, organizing and directing activities concerned with project works.

6. Experience in and knowledge of manufacturing / production methods.

7. Experience with relevant computer software – MS Project & Suite.

Your key responsibilities will include but, of course are not in any way limited to:

• Confirming Delivery Team

• Reviewing Technical Submittal Documents

• Overseeing Design Development

• Engineering, Manufacturing and Design Review

• Establishing Specifications, Inspection and Testing Plans, Procurement Plans and Delivery Programs

• Monitoring/Updating Delivery Programs

• Supplier Negotiations

• Client Interface and Reporting

• Client Contract Administration

• Supplier Contract Development

• Co-ordinating Quality Control Resource

• Preparing Cash Flow

• Monitoring Supplier Progress

• Co-ordinating QC Resource

• Supplier Contract Administration

• Co-ordinating Project Financial tools

• Approval of Supplier Claims

• Internal Project Reporting

• Project Logistics

• Organising Client inspection and sign-off

• Invoicing Clients and ensuring payments.

The Manufacturing Project Manager will be a key member of a creative and dynamic team that is delivering high quality and exciting designs to the public domain. The candidate will require a strong work ethic and professional attitude in order to maintain HUB’s position in the market.

Further information is available by way of a specific Position Description. Please contact our Human Resources Department to obtain a copy of this document. If you consider yourself suitable for this role with HUB, written applications including your Curriculum Vitae and covering letter that specifically responds to the requirements of the position should be forwarded to the attention of the Human Resources Manager at careers@hubstreetequipment.com.au.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-25
Job Location: Doha, Qatar
Job Role: Management
Company Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Joining Date: 2011-11-30

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EXPERIENCED RAILWAY PROFESSIONALS REQUIRED Job – ACRWORLD

October 23rd, 2011 No comments

Due to an increase in the demand for experienced Railway professionals for the exciting and innovative MENA Rail Projects we are recruiting a significant number of personnel. We have vacancies in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Algeria …

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Due to an increase in the demand for experienced Railway professionals for the exciting and innovative MENA Rail Projects we are recruiting a significant number of personnel.

We have vacancies in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Algeria and Jordan.

If you have a minimum of 5 years Railway orientated experience in:

*Quantity Surveying/Estimation

*Systems Assurance/Management

*Engineering Management (All disciplines)

*Senior/Project Engineer

*Senior Tunneling and Civil Engineers

*HSE and Risk Managers/Experts (All disciplines)

*Construction/Project Management

*Operations & Maintenance Management

*Project Controls

*Quality Management

You must have a minimum of 2 years experience in the Middle East and be willing to live away from home.

Knowledge of other languages including English and Arabic would be advantageous.

In addition you will be rewarded with a generous salary and package.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-24
Job Location: Doha, Qatar
Job Role: Engineering
Company Industry: Transportation
Monthly Salary: US $30,000
Joining Date: 2011-12-01

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Career Level: Mid Career
Nationality: United Arab Emirates; Bahrain; Kuwait; Oman; Qatar; Saudi Arabia
Degree: Bachelor’s degree/higher diploma

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Projects Coordinator / Sales and Marketing Coordinator Job – Al Kuhaimi Metal Industries Ltd.

October 21st, 2011 No comments

As PROJECTS COORDINATOR: JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for monitoring and coordinating activities and resources in support of technical projects (i.e., low-current system such as CCTV, Public Address System, Electronic Door …

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As PROJECTS COORDINATOR:

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for monitoring and coordinating activities and resources in support of technical projects (i.e., low-current system such as CCTV, Public Address System, Electronic Door System, Nursing Call, etc.) to ensure completion of the same within the expected time-frame.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

* Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, including administrative tasks and any other tasks so required by the projects.

* Coordinate meetings, including travel arrangements and expense reports, directly related to the projects.

* Keep track of the Project Management Calendars and remind personnel to adhere thereto.

* Ensure manpower and backstop (needed in the absence of the regular manpower) requirements are met.

* Communicate concerns of the projects to the Department Manager through the Site Supervisors and Sales Engineers.

* Prepare PPT presentations for operational meetings.

* Keep file of project documents (hard and soft copies)

* Keep track of project changes and communicate these changes to personnel involved.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

* A university degree holder, preferably an electronics and communications engineering graduate

* With at least 2 years solid background in project coordination and a 1 year exposure in project management.

* Computer Literate (MS Office, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)

As SALES AND MARKETING COORDINATOR

JOB SUMMARY:

Primarily responsible for coordinating with technical personnel and the customers to ensure the fast and timely delivery of products and services to customers.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

* Assist the Department Manager and the Sales Engineers in carrying out their administrative duties and responsibilities related to sales and marketing.

* Prepare PPT presentations for operational meetings and sales calls/meetings

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

* Preferably a graduate of business-related course

* With at least 2 years related experience

* Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-22
Job Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Job Role: Secretarial
Company Industry: Manufacturing; Distributions and Logistics; Sales

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Career Level: Entry Level
Gender: Male
Degree: Bachelor’s degree/higher diploma

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Associate Academic Director Job – Auckland UniServices Ltd (Saudi Branch)

October 19th, 2011 No comments

UniServices, through The University of Auckland, works with governments and organisations across the globe, to produce world-class tailored education offerings through our EducationbyDesign programmes. Our client, an all-female University in Saudi Arabia, is…

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UniServices, through The University of Auckland, works with governments and organisations across the globe, to produce world-class tailored education offerings through our EducationbyDesign programmes. Our client, an all-female University in Saudi Arabia, is establishing a new English Language preparatory one year programme, which prepares newly admitted students for their future undergraduate studies.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a part of a dynamic senior academic team involved in the implementation of a new programme. If you are a leader in your field, think strategically, and thrive on motivating and inspiring teachers to provide stimulating learning environments, we’d like to hear from you! This role is a Fixed Term Contract for 3 years.

As well as supporting the Academic Director, you will provide educational leadership and oversight of the development programmes, ensuring those offered are of the highest standard possible.

It is anticipated that the successful applicant will either already be based in the Middle East or ideally will be available to relocate to the Middle East around December 2011. Please note only female applicants will be considered due to the campus policies of this Saudi Arabian University.

Ideal candidates should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, an internationally recognised TESOL qualification such as CELTA or similar, be passionate about education, and have an interest in the Middle East.

Training, Skills and Knowledge of the ideal candidate:

Experience in strategic planning, development, evaluation and delivery of programmes.

Management experience of developing and running teams, managing budgets, project management.

Demonstrated skills in curriculum development.

Demonstrated leadership skills.

Experience in resolving performance issues with academic staff.

Experience in the selection and appointment of teaching staff.

Able to identify and implement innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Successful experience of teaching English as a second language, along with a sound knowledge of education principles in a TESOL environment.

A student focused approach to teaching activities and an overall client-centred approach.

Experience of working with ESOL teachers in a leadership capacity to create a positive working environment to achieve high performance.

Experience with quality assurance systems.

In return you will be offered a generous benefits package including a tax-free salary, performance incentive, travel and accommodation allowance.

Please click the apply button and follow the instructions to upload your cover letter and CV. Please clearly indicate in your covering letter what particular strengths you could bring to the role and the University. Please contact Clare Max, Senior HR Advisor, on (+64) 9 923 1609 if you have any queries.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-19
Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Role: Education/Training
Company Industry: Education, Training, and Library
Monthly Salary: US $9,000
Joining Date: 2011-12-20

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Career Level: Management
Gender: Female
Nationality: Australia; Canada; Great Britain (UK); Ireland; New Zealand; United Kingdom; United States
Degree: Master’s degree

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Procurement Manager – Urgent Job – Gulf Recruitment Group

October 18th, 2011 No comments

This role offers a very competitive tax free salary with benefits package, and huge potential for career advancement. Our client is a fast expanding construction company with a head office in Dubai and …

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This role offers a very competitive tax free salary with benefits package, and huge potential for career advancement.

Our client is a fast expanding construction company with a head office in Dubai and a newly awarded project in Saudi Arabia. With the award of this project they urgently need a Procurement Manager to handle all material acquisition and logistics associated with the scope of work.

This is a senior role and will report directly to the project director and liaise with the project management team to co ordinate all efforts. The client needs the guidance from a skilled Procurement Manager to assist with developing systems and controls to ensure the projects meet the clients expectations.

The successful candidate will also be involved in all future business development through tenders for new work, and will provide advice to the Project Director on opportunities within the MENA region that would ensure the future growth of the company. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with remote markets like Iraq and Saudi Arabia, and will understand the limitations of working within regions like these.

The project involves the development of a new city and thus the successful candidate will have experience in procuring goods and securing suppliers of materials for ground works, road works, civil works and low rise building construction.

Job Details

Date Posted: 2011-10-19
Job Location: Saudi Arabia
Job Role: Management
Company Industry: Construction; Real Estate

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Career Level: Management

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