Head of Contracting (Landscaping Construction)

Overview

Role Purpose

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of landscaping construction projects, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of site activities (on site visits), coordination of resources, and ensuring project delivery aligns with company goals.
• Work closely with the Contracts/Commercial Manager, who will handle the commercial and contractual aspects, ensuring seamless collaboration between operations and commercial teams.
• Liaise with all departments (internal & external) towards the successful completion of projects (pre & post preparation phase)
• **Project Execution:**
• Lead the operational execution of landscaping construction projects, ensuring all works are completed according to the agreed specifications, timelines, allocated budgets and quality standards.
• **Team Management:**
• Oversee site supervisors, project managers, and labour teams, ensuring optimal resource allocation and productivity across all active sites.
• **Scheduling & Planning:**
• Develop detailed project schedules, allocate resources, and manage the day-to-day operations on-site to ensure timely project delivery.
• **Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):**
• Ensure that all projects are executed in accordance with UAE health and safety regulations and company HSE policies.
• **Quality Control:**
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure all works meet the required standards and client expectations.
• **Resource Coordination:**
• Manage the allocation of machinery, manpower and materials to various projects, ensuring resources are used efficiently.
• **Subcontractor Management**
• : Oversee the performance of subcontractors on-site, ensuring they comply with project requirements and timelines.
• **Stakeholder Communication:**
• Act as the operational point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and resolution of any site-related issues.
• **Reporting:**
• Provide regular operational reports to senior management, including project progress, resource usage, and any potential risks or delays.
• **Risk Management:**
• Identify and mitigate operational risks that could impact project timelines or quality.
• **Manpower Planning –**
• Forecast and plan workforce requirements to ensure optimal staffing levels, efficiency, and resource allocation across operations.
• **Profit & Loss (P&L) Management –**
• Oversee financial performance by monitoring costs, revenues, and budgets, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness in operations.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• **Education:**
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• **Experience:**
• 15 years of experience in managing landscaping or construction projects in the UAE.
• **Knowledge:**
• Strong understanding of construction operations, landscaping techniques, and UAE regulations.

Skills

• PMP Certificate
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong project scheduling and resource management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and personality with the ability to deal with clients and consultants
• Ability to manage multiple project managers simultaneously.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities in high-pressure environments.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office.
• Preferred experience in the landscaping construction sector.