<rss version="2.0" xmlns:autn="http://schemas.autonomy.com/aci/" xmlns:ms="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:xslt" xmlns=""><channel><title>ConstructionJobsUK</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs</link><description>ConstructionJobsUK</description><item><title>PROJECT DIRECTOR</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs/job/project-director-asia-200645661.htm</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:25:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">195927</guid><description>Position: PROJECT DIRECTOR - South East Asia
Package: circa €100-140k plus benefits
** Only applicants with a European or Western Engineering Degree and extensive experience of the international Power sector will be considered.**
Company: European Consultancy and Engineering business with numerous international projects, providing design, construction and project management advice for large Civils and Engineering schemes.
Role: PROJECT DIRECTOR required to manage the development of power projects and business opportunities with power utilities, consultancies and engineering companies in South East Asia. Reporting to the Regional Director your responsibilities will include feasibility and design studies, technical assessments and recommendations, management of EPC tenders, IPP bids, Lenders, Engineer and Client reports. The projects are made up of complex technical, economic, financial and government aspects which require problem solving ability, creative vision, diplomacy and tact.
Requirements: Only applicants with a European or Western Degree and extensive experience of the international Power sector will be considered. 
Technical report writing and the ability to overcome complex technical issues is a key aspect of this role, therefore previous experience of varied Power projects is essential. 
Only candidates meeting the client criteria will be considered.
</description></item><item><title>Development Manager - Power Sector</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs/job/development-manager-power-sector-asia-200645649.htm</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:23:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">195906</guid><description>Position: Power Sector Development Manager - South East Asia
Package: circa €100-140k plus benefits
** Only applicants with a European or Western Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree and extensive experience of the international Power sector will be considered.**
Company: European Consultancy and Engineering business with numerous international projects, providing design, construction and project management advice for large Civils and Engineering schemes.
Role: Power Sector Development Manager required to further develop power sector business opportunities with power utilities, consultancies and engineering companies in South East Asia. Reporting to the Regional Director your responsibilities will include conceptual studies for power plant projects, feasibility and design studies, technical assessments and recommendations, management of EPC tenders, IPP bids, Lenders, Engineer and Client reports. The projects are made up of complex technical, economic, financial and government aspects which require ingenious problem solving ability, creative vision, diplomacy and tact.
Requirements: Only applicants with a European or Western Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree and extensive experience of the international Power sector will be considered. 
Technical report writing and the ability to overcome complex technical issues is a key aspect of this role, therefore previous technical experience of varied Power projects is essential. Previous experience of working in South East Asia would be an advantage.
Only candidates meeting the client criteria will be considered.
</description></item><item><title>Head of Project Management - Jordan (Amman) - Consultancy</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs/job/head-of-project-management-jordan-amman-consultancy-jordan-200627628.htm</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:26:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">163151</guid><description>Head of Project Management / PMO Director - Jordan (Amman) - Multi Disciplinary Design Consultancy 
The Company 
My client is an internationally recognised architectural / multi discipline design consultancy with over forty years of proven experience In the Middle East and North Africa. With extensive experience ranging from project management to cost consultation, my client enjoys an excellent reputation across the region. They are heavily involved in the design project management from conceptual stage through detailing and design through to project completion. 
The Location 
In the heart of bustling Amman (Jordan) you will enjoy an excellent location both to live and work. This can be an opportunity to get away from the glitz and glamour of the UAE and the Gulf states and not only benefit from a reduced cost of living but also, experience a more friendly, family orientated location with a vast amount of heritage and culture.
The Role
The appropriate candidate will be heading up the project management department, consisting of 20+ project and construction managers. You will be responsible for the company's project portfolio worth in excess of £2billion, including some of the country's most significant building developments.
It will be your task to direct and manage several projects to ensure that they are completed on time, within budget and meet all specified project parameters like quality, safety, and functional specifications in line with the Company's business objectives.
The vast amount of the companies work is pre construction phase and design, therefore it is essential that the candidate will come from an architectural or design lead background. 
Candidates Requirements 
* 20 + Years Experience 
* Experience heading up a project management department. 
* Evidence of managing several high value projects at the same time.
* Worked on large build projects i.e: Commercial / Mixed use / Healthcare / High rise 
* Design lead or architectural background. 
* Qualification: BSc Arch or equivalent + APM or a relevant project management affiliation. 
* Consultancy experience.
* Fluent English speaker
* Middle East / North Africa / International Experience - Preferable (Not a Must)
What they offer 
Competitive salary - Tax Free
Services Accommodation
Transport
Flights 
Medical + Insurance
</description></item><item><title>Operations Manager / Deputy General Manager</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs/job/operations-manager-deputy-general-manager-united-kingdom-200622943.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:28:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">154765</guid><description>Operations Manager / Deputy General Manager 
Location: Ascension Island 
Salary: Up to £43,200 P/A (TAX FREE) 
Employment Status: Permanent (27 month contract with a view for extension) 
Other benefits include: Free and Own Accommodation / Free Flights / Free 3 x cooked meals per day / Free cleaning / washing / ironing provided. Each tour is 13 months. This usually means 6 months on, 1 month leave, 6 months on. The salary band is £30k (plus 20% site uplift and 20% objective specific bonus at 13 and 27 months) 
Company Overview
Our client a large International and UK based major construction and built environment organisation currently with many long term premier facilities management and property service contracts partnering with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) throughout the world.
Job Purpose
Responsible for the day-to-day site operation and service delivery for the contract including supply partner performance of this MoD / Defence Estates Infrastructure Support provider contract (ISP).
Job Description
To be responsible for the procurement and management of Project works services related to the design, construction, maintenance, repair and operation of buildings, plant, building services and associated facilities. 
To manage the operation and maintenance of installed plant and machinery in accordance with statutory requirements. Provide reports and advice on FM Project management including CDM, planning, specifying, designing, managing and executing all works services for completion within budget and delivery timescales.
To develop close working relations and collaborate fully with the MoD and the various military staff to ensure a high quality of service delivery provision focussed on the requirements. To provide sound and experienced leadership to the ISP Contract Team both on the Falkland Islands and Ascension Island ensuring clear lines of communication. To be proactive in the development of the service delivery strategy, driving out increasing operational improvements over the term of the contract and demonstrating the benefits. To ensure that the service is delivered in a customer focussed and flexible manner. To assume responsibility for the control of contract resources and financial budgets. To ensure that accurate information pertaining to the Contract is available for access to members of the Supply Organisation and that it is delivered within agreed timescales. To be responsible for the contract performance throughout the contract.
To be ultimately responsible for the full compliance with Defence / MoD and company personnel and policies relating to Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, Environment as well as applicable legislation and UK best practice. To allocate the necessary resources to ensure all contract training needs are met as identified through strict adherence to the company employee appraisal scheme. To manage, procure and complete all of the contractual requirements in compliance with the agreed documents. 
Communication: Develop positive, supportive working relationships with the team and Company’s colleagues.
Person Profile / Competencies:
Our client seeks an experienced Manager required with extensive experience and knowledge of Operations Management, Facilities Management, Maintenance Management, Contracts Management, Personnel Management, Project Management and Building Services Engineering. Who can Build winning teams, sets standards for high performance, manage people issues, commitment to developing self and others, planning and organising, quality orientation, communication skills commercial awareness, creativity / innovation and flexibility 
Qualifications
Ideally Degree, HNC / HNC or/and Chartered status in Building Construction, Engineering or similar.
Interested? In the first instance please e-mail your CV to Jamie.ali@convergerecruitment.co.uk and any problems please call Jamie Ali on 07764 857909
TAX FREE (status is subject to completing a form with the tax office)
</description></item><item><title>Head of Project Management - Jordan (Amman) - Consultancy</title><link>http://www.contractjournal.com/jobs/job/head-of-project-management-jordan-amman-consultancy-jordan-200622291.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:02:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">154516</guid><description>Head of Project Management / PMO Director - Jordan (Amman) - Multi Disciplinary Design Consultancy 
The Company 
My client is an internationally recognised architectural / multi discipline design consultancy with over forty years of proven experience In the Middle East and North Africa. With extensive experience ranging from project management to cost consultation, my client enjoys an excellent reputation across the region. They are heavily involved in the design project management from conceptual stage through detailing and design through to project completion. 
The Location 
In the heart of bustling Amman (Jordan) you will enjoy an excellent location both to live and work. This can be an opportunity to get away from the glitz and glamour of the UAE and the Gulf states and not only benefit from a reduced cost of living but also, experience a more friendly, family orientated location with a vast amount of heritage and culture.
The Role
The appropriate candidate will be heading up the project management department, consisting of 20+ project and construction managers. You will be responsible for the company's project portfolio worth in excess of £2billion, including some of the country's most significant building developments.
It will be your task to direct and manage several projects to ensure that they are completed on time, within budget and meet all specified project parameters like quality, safety, and functional specifications in line with the Company's business objectives.
The vast amount of the companies work is pre construction phase and design, therefore it is essential that the candidate will come from an architectural or design lead background. 
Candidates Requirements 
*20 + Years Experience 
*Experience heading up a project management department. 
*Evidence of managing several high value projects at the same time.
*Worked on large build projects i.e: Commercial / Mixed use / Healthcare / High rise 
*Design lead or architectural background. 
*Qualification: BSc Arch or equivalent + APM or a relevant project management affiliation. 
*Consultancy experience.
*Fluent English speaker
*Middle East / North Africa / International Experience - Preferable (Not a Must)
What they offer 
Competitive salary - Tax Free
Services Accommodation
Transport
Flights 
Medical + Insurance
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