Project Director
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Oversee project planning, procurement, delivery, and stakeholder management for district cooling projects, ensuring adherence to budget, quality, and safety standards.
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1- Project Planning and Assessment
- Evaluate proposed district cooling project deployment plans to satisfy the development requirements (capacity, location, and program).
- Provide input into the procurement packaging through critical thinking and testing of options to best meet the development requirements.
- Provide input into the budget and cost estimation of the project and be accountable to deliver the project within the approved budget.
- Provide input into the project program and support in identifying the gaps early on and be accountable to deliver the projects within the approved program.
- Participate in the drafting of project agreements including any particular conditions related to the project joint venture partnership, location, program, or conditions of execution.
- Review and provide comments on project design and ensure Qiddiya s requirements are reflected and identify any changes from the allocated plots and corridors.
- Identify risks and provide mitigation plans for the project planning, design, delivery and operation.
- Propose the project execution organization chart and ensure a compact and efficient team structure (be able to cut out the unnecessary roles) and use existing teams to maximize efficient use of resources.
- Work with the Master Development teams to apply the required fa ade or theme for the district cooling plant.
2- Project Procurement & Contractor Appointment
- Responsible for overseeing the procurement process with the responsible departments (procurement, legal, .etc) in line with the approved procurement strategy.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders the appointment of joint venture partners and contractors.
- Act as point of contact and resolve the Q&A during the bid process.
3- Project Delivery and Operation
- Provide leadership and direction to the District Cooling team, ensuring effective coordination and communication across all phases of project delivery and operation.
- Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, and risk management strategies.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications and quality standards are met.
- Monitor project progress, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders regarding milestones, budget adherence, and potential risks.
- Conduct regular site inspections and meetings to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within project teams, promoting best practices and lessons learned.
- Manage disputes, issues, and conflicts, ensuring effective resolution and maintaining project momentum.
4-Stakeholder Management
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including governmental agencies, community leaders, and investors.
- Arrange visits, meetings and coordinate site visits and inspection of Sr Management and dignitaries.
5-Process Management
- Monitor the progress of approval processes and resolve delays or issues. Including change management processes.
- Maintain accurate records of permits, approvals, and interface correspondence.
- Maintain control over the contract administration processes (change management, safety and program performance) and be accountable for ensuring timely approvals of changes.
- Report to the Central Development Unit and Reporting and Commercial departments the progress and budget performance of the project and implement any related processes.
- Prepare and deliver executive level presentations, and report on the progress of the project on a weekly and monthly basis.
6-Policy Understanding and Advocacy
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- Take the initiative and stay informed about changes in regulations, policies and strategies at a regional, national, state and Qiddiya City level.
- Advocate for project approvals by presenting data and justifications to regulatory bodies and all internal stakeholders, boards and Senior Management.
- Enforce a culture of safety and quality throughout the project execution that meets the aspiring vision of Qiddiya.
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