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Business Consultant (Engineering)/ ERP Implementation

Xpedeon
Jeddah, KSA
Full Time
Senior
3 weeks ago
ERP ImplementationConstruction Project ManagementEngineering OperationsProcess ConsultingData MigrationUser Acceptance Testing
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Role Overview

  • We are seeking a skilled and experienced Business Consultant – Engineering to lead the delivery and implementation of the Xpedeon ERP System, with a focus on engineering related modules.
  • The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in construction and engineering project operations within the Middle East, combined with a strong consultative mindset.

Process Consulting & Agreement

  • Conduct meetings to explain Xpedeon Engineering module processes to clients.
  • Map existing client processes to Xpedeon standard processes and configurations.
  • Define and agree on 'To Be' processes within project scope covering engineering workflows.
  • Align client reporting requirements with system capabilities across modules such as Engineering & Document Management, Procurement Management, Inventory & Materials Management, Subcontracting Management, Contract Management, Budget & Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR).
  • Document discussions, clarifications, and responses; ensure formal sign off.

Data Management & Migration

  • Explain required master data for system configuration across engineering modules.
  • Review client data and guide conversion into standard templates.
  • Define and advise on opening data migration strategy for project and contract data.
  • Identify risks related to data quality, ownership, and availability.
  • Ensure timely collection and validation of required data, including BOQs, Budgets, Contract values, Inventory masters.

User Enablement & Change Management

  • Lead, mentor, and motivate core and end users across engineering and project teams.
  • Drive adoption by demonstrating system benefits and efficiencies.
  • Assess user readiness, including skills, accountability, and availability across site and office staff.

Testing & Go Live Readiness

  • Ensure process sign off prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) execution for all engineering modules.
  • Coordinate and supervise UAT activities.
  • Ensure availability of test scenarios and sample project/contract data.
  • Guide issue resolution during UAT and secure formal sign off.

Go Live & Hypercare

  • Ensure readiness of master and opening data before Go Live, including Budgets, Contracts, Inventory balances.
  • Validate system configuration and deployment readiness for all engineering modules.
  • Supervise Hypercare phase and resolve post Go Live issues.
  • Ensure successful transition with formal sign off.

Project Governance & Team Leadership

  • Supervise and guide consultants to meet project timelines and quality standards.
  • Participate in review meetings and provide progress updates.
  • Document key decisions, action items, and resolutions.
  • Communicate updates to stakeholders directly or through the Project Manager.
  • Coordinate cross functional dependencies between engineering, finance, and procurement streams.

Post Implementation Support

  • Ensure ongoing quality support and handholding post Go Live.
  • Ensure smooth and continuous engineering project operations within the system.
  • Provide guidance on best use of Xpedeon engineering modules for ongoing project delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 8–10+ years of experience in construction project management or engineering operations, preferably in the Middle East.
  • Prior involvement in ERP implementation projects within the construction or engineering sector preferred.
  • Hands on experience with integrated ERP systems covering Engineering, Procurement, Inventory, Finance modules.
  • End to end engineering module operations, Procurement processes, Inventory and materials management, Subcontracting setup, Contract management, Budget setup, cost control, and Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR).
  • Strong understanding of construction project delivery and EPC/general contracting operations across UAE, KSA, Oman, and wider GCC region.
  • Ability to engage, influence, and align client stakeholders at project and site management levels.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic language skills are an advantage.
  • Ability to work independently and lead project implementation teams.
  • Strong ability to document processes, decisions, and action items clearly.

Key Competencies

  • Client centric and consultative approach
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail and quality focus
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
  • Commercial awareness and understanding of construction project financials
  • Adaptability across different client environments and project types

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