Title:

Procurement Cost and Commercial Director

LOCATION

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

project description

The project is a major built environment programme for a mixed-use development aiming to be a global landmark recognized for its unique vision and position as an authentic destination in Riyadh. The community will be a distinct, self-sustaining hub for Riyadh offering several iconic assets.  KBR will provide Project Management Consultancy services in project planning, controls, design and engineering management, and implementation of the development and early works packages.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Programme Director, the Procurement, Cost and Commercial Director is responsible for the management of the procurement, cost and commercial activities of the PMC.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement

Directs and manages the evaluation process for all tendered projects in the Programme. Leads the evaluation team made up of PMC Pre-contracts support staff, Project Controls staff preparing tender financial analysis and design consultant evaluation team. Manages the delivery of the evaluation reports within the agreed time. Produces the written report and associated cover letters and paper for representation to the client. Interface with the Main Project Steering Committee. Responsibilities for which includes production of evaluation documents to aid the approval process.  Directs the evaluation teams to ensure that they meet the Project objectives by establishing contracts on time, in an ethical manner always, and truly in accordance with project procedures.    

Cost

Develops and implements cost estimating and commercial strategy.Lead and manage team of cost controllers, estimators contract administrators and quantity surveyors.Prime interface and coordinate with authorities in obtaining all necessary documents to aid the approval process.·Developing and maintaining estimating and cost control and reporting standards and procedures·Preparation and maintenance of the project cost break down structure, budget and integrated cost report and cashflowEstablishment and maintenance of a program cost benchmarking databaseAnalysing and reporting on Consultants and Contractors cost reports and cashflowsPreparing of Cost Estimates and Commercial Reports throughout the projects life cycle. 

Commercial

Directs the commercial team to ensure that they meet the Project objectives by establishing contracts and securing materials, equipment, and related services on time and within budget, in an ethical manner always, and truly in accordance with project procedures.Ensures timely production of all required commercial deliverables by KBR.Develops and implements commercial strategy.Prime interface with the authorities for obtaining of all necessary documents to aid the approval process.Production of Commercial Reports throughout the project’s life cycle.

General:

Preparation of monthly and weekly reportsPreparing and making presentations

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

·BSc Quantity Surveying or Masters Degree·Minimum 20 years overall experienceMinimum 10 years of experience in a similar roleMinimum of 5 years working experience in Middle East·Sound knowledge of cost control, estimating and commercial aspects of major civil & infrastructure projects including roads, bridges and utilities with significant experience in procurement and contract management of such projects.  Experience in managing direct reports with overall responsibility for teams in excess of 20 peopleExperienced user of MS Office and understanding of project management softwareMembership of a recognised International Professional Body e.g. MRICS or FRICS (preferred)Experience in international contracting mechanisms including FIDIC, NCEFluency in English language both written and spokenCOMPETENCIES

LeadershipStrong interpersonal and communication skillsCommercial awarenessStrong customer focusPlanning & organisingAccepts ResponsibilityHSE Awareness