Senior Manager – Pre-construction Management
Role Overview
Leads preconstruction activities from concept and feasibility through procurement, tendering, commercial and technical evaluations, and appointment of general contractors and key consultants.
Works with Engineering, Project Management, Contracts & Commercial, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and external consultants to prepare projects for execution.
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About Khazna
Khazna says it has been a wholesale data center provider in the Middle East and North Africa since 2012, delivering infrastructure for the region’s digital ecosystem.
Role overview
Leads preconstruction activities from concept and feasibility through procurement, tendering, commercial and technical evaluations, and appointment of general contractors and key consultants.
Works with Engineering, Project Management, Contracts & Commercial, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and external consultants to prepare projects for execution.
Key accountabilities
- Lead preconstruction strategy and develop plans, schedules, and milestones.
- Coordinate Engineering, Design, Procurement, Commercial, and Project teams; ensure projects are fully developed and de-risked.
- Develop project cost plans and budgets and establish CAPEX forecasts with Finance and Commercial teams.
- Develop procurement strategies for contractors and consultants; manage PQQ, RFP, ITT, and tender processes.
- Coordinate technical clarifications and tender evaluations; lead tender interviews, site visits, and negotiations.
- Review contractor methodologies, programmes, resources, and logistics; ensure tender packages are complete and competitive.
- Lead contractor and consultant prequalification and assessments and monitor their performance during preconstruction.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- 15+ years of experience across preconstruction, planning, scheduling, and construction.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
- Proven preconstruction, procurement, and tender management experience.
Competencies
- Strong contract, contractor, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.
- Strong technical knowledge, client management, and team leadership skills.
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