Director Engineering and Assurance

Engineering

Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

October 2, 2023

Full Time

Job Description

Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the “why” of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we’re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. Your Impact Role Title Director Engineering and Assurance Global Career Structure Senior Director, Program Management LOB People & Places Solutions Primary Role Yes Region Middle East – Saudi Arabia Location Riyadh Jacobs Purpose To create a more connected, sustainable world. Values We do things right. We challenge the accepted. We aim higher. We live inclusion. Project Overview Role Summary Essential Duties & Responsibilities The Client is embarking upon a significant capital program to create the capital of entertainment, sports, and the arts in Riyadh. The program will be an integrated destination offering immersive experiences and memorable moments of delight. The program will involve parallel development and execution of a broad range of assets encompassing leisure, sports, cultural, retail, hospitality, religious, residential, transport and infrastructure. As a member of the Senior Management team, the Director Engineering and Assurance role is considered a key function for providing accountability to develop the engineering and assurance strategies and execution plans required for the project. This role will be given the authority to execute approved strategies and plans for the project and prepare and drive the team to meet evolving project’s needs. The role will also provide and seek regular feedback and input from the Senior Management team and Client stakeholders. Key attributes for the successful candidate will be proven large scale (multi-billion dollar) program delivery of complex construction programs, with experience across the full project lifecycle. The successful candidate will also be able to work collaboratively with multiple teams to provide focus and support and innovative solutions. The following provides a summary of essential duties and responsibilities applicable to the role <ul><li> Progressing asset and infrastructure designs from the approved concept designs to a point where they can be put to tender for construction</li><li> Manage the design consultants output designs to within the approved cost plan budget.</li><li> Manage the production of quality documentation which does not present claims risk.</li><li> Facilitate and participate in value engineering, constructability reviews and sustainability management</li><li> Monitor compliance with all client design and engineering requirements</li><li> Develop standard template for design briefs, architectural competition briefs and LDC scope of work to support procurement of architects, designers, and engineers.</li><li> Lead the procurement and management of specialized consultants to support the Program-level design and engineering requirements</li><li> Develop, maintain, and implement a design management plan for the Program, Precincts and Projects covering all phases of design from pre-concept to shop drawings.</li><li> Develop and manage an integrated design review and approval process (stage gate process) across the entire Program.</li><li> Implement and oversee design reviews in an integrated collaborative platform / environment for all asset designs.</li><li> Responsible for design performance monitoring, design change management reporting and resolution, design management, coordination, scheduling and review, value engineering, constructability reviews, sustainability management, document and version control, and statutory approvals throughout the design development stages.</li><li> Assist in the pre-qualification, qualification, review, and recommendation of design consultants.</li><li> Work with the Client’s Development Team(s) to develop design briefs, architectural competition briefs and LDC scope of work to support procurement of architects, designers and engineers.</li><li> Manage and support the Client’s design and engineering consultants. Responsible for managing the Client appointed designers, overseeing design development, design change reporting and resolution, design coordination, scheduling and review, value management / engineering, constructability reviews, sustainability management, document, and version control, and coordinating statutory approvals throughout the design development stages.</li><li> Oversee the design development process, not limited to drawings (architectural, structural, MEP and landscape), and specifications, site analysis, concept designs, plans, final designs and construction details to confirm compliance with approved themes, dimensions and budget.</li><li> Implement a design to budget approach</li><li> Confirm compliance with all the Client’s design and engineering requirements such as common specification, theming, architectural guidelines, land use guidelines, BIM guidelines and GIS data.</li><li> Advise on budget development, cost estimations and forecasts in order to confirm design upgrades / modifications are continuously reflected.</li><li> Manage all design reviews and approvals in accordance with the Client’s requirements</li><li> Develop and implement a design approval workflow in compliance with the Client’s requirements.</li><li> Review and provide recommendations for all design deliverables at the stage gate approval milestones / gateways.</li><li> Manage, document, and coordinate stage gate design reviews,</li><li> Control the planning and scheduling of the design processes and forecast the dates by which design deliverables shall be required.</li></ul> Technical and speciality skills Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management or relevant field of study. 25+ years of experience working within Mega/large scale complex design and construction programs across private and/or government sectors. Must have hands-on experience in delivering projects and have a sound technical and commercial working knowledge. Promote a culture where Jacobs values, BeyondZero Health & Safety, Inclusion & Diversity and business ethics are embedded in our teams and recognised by our clients. Significant discipline/ industry presence recognised and valued by industry peers as an authority able to work with teams to solve technical problems and achieve a high level of assurance on project deliverables. Leverage existing relationships to identify and develop client relationships and provide strategic input to maximise project outcomes. Demonstrate leadership skills to set clear goals, motivate teams and produce results. With ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and deliver challenging goals and objectives using industry knowledge to aid decision making. Promotes inclusion and diversity. Work with diverse teams and guide and support junior members of the team Strong communication skills to articulate a clear technical direction with good social, networking and presentation skills. Analytical and thorough, problem-solving ability Significant experience required in development, implementation and management of business systems, including policies and procedures applicable to the role and across the project. Connections Reports to District Director Other key relationships Project Senior Executive Team members, Client and other Key Stakeholders Direct reports As defined in the Project Organisation Structure Jacobs Goals Create a culture of belonging where you can develop and grow Build a dynamic and safe working environment, inspiring teams, delivering globally Partner with our clients to solve their most challenging problems Deliver compelling and sustainable returns for our shareholders Role specific expectations of our key core and leader competencies Customer Focus Addresses gaps in the workgroup’s ability to meet emerging project needs. Aligns business processes to work with those of our Clients. Establishes organizational alliances or partnerships with key customers. Identifies, understands and responds to our client’s “big challenges” with bold, future thinking and smart ideas. Situational Adaptability Supports the Leadership to adapt or shift priorities in response to the needs of clients, or the organization. Adapts or shifts priorities in response to the needs of clients, constituents, or the organization. Support team members to be flexible in a changing, competitive environment by being a role model for adaptability. Supports the development of a strong flexibility culture that values and celebrates a range of contributions. Courage Actively role models and consistently demonstrates Jacobs’ core values. Pursues bold solutions, challenges the accepted and brings to life our Culture of Caring. Boldly engages with clients. Challenges traditional ways of doing things and strives for innovation while maintaining outstanding client experience. Delivers difficult messages directly. Confronts actions that are inconsistent with the organization’s core values. Builds Effective Teams Communicates clear goals and roles to team members. Builds a cohesive leadership team that drives the goals and success of the organization. Participates in a framework for development of all staff. Participate in the growth and development of the Clients technical capability. Models teamwork by working effectively with other leaders throughout the organization. Business Insight Educates others on the fundamentals of the business and industry. Applies insights of the industry and trends to drive critical initiatives. That the team has the right mix of skills and leverages the strengths of individual members. Uses business knowledge and insights to guide the decisions and work of the organization. Knows the right responses to changing market dynamics and new business information. Values Differences Promotes a culture of inclusive, high performing integrated teams. Supports a culture in which differences are shared and celebrated. Actively sponsors and mentor people from a variety of backgrounds. Fosters a culture that encourages and supports inclusion and diversity. Applies understanding of cultural differences to create value for the organization. Strategic Mindset Facilitate and foster thinking beyond conventional solutions and practices, to identify and solve our client’s problems through novel and innovative means. Clarifies the organization’s vision and strategy and ensures that efforts are prioritized to support them. Thinks beyond the day-to-day, taking a long-term, big-picture view of the business. Develops and integrates organizational strategies to achieve and sustain competitive advantage. Being Resilient Drives a supportive and caring culture that prioritises the health and wellbeing of team members Learn from past failure and don’t be deterred by potential future failure. Learn from experience and adapt thinking and solutions development to address our client’s needs. Ensures Accountability Support a culture of accountability for the team to ensure they are strengthening our brand, driving innovation and collaboration Accepts responsibility for successes and failures of own work and the team’s work. Holds self and team accountable for outcomes (e.g., achieving goals and complying with policies and procedures). Designs feedback processes into the work. Creates an environment of accountability for meeting agreed-upon expectations. Communicates Effectively Communicates effectively through a variety of channels that inspire and engages the team and drives achievement of key business priorities. Support a culture of strong client engagement and creates venues for constructive dialogue within the organization. Adjusts communication content and style to the audience and a diverse set of stakeholders. Practices active and attentive listening skills to verify understanding. Cultivates Innovation Values diversity of thought and demonstrates a willingness to challenge the accepted and create future solutions Support the development and deployment of new and innovative technologies and services that create value for our clients. Creates a culture that nurtures and rewards creativity and innovation. Challenges the organization to generate and implement breakthrough ideas and solutions. Drives Vision & Purpose Ensures clarity around the organization’s vision, mission, and values. Anticipates regulatory issues that could impact our clients and the solutions area. Actively drives the adoption of behaviours that align with key PU and business objectives. Celebrate success and provide constructive feedback at an individual level, aligned with the E3 framework. Here’s What You’ll Need Job Reference ID MID0002DR

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