Armada International Corporation is a premier general contracting company in Saudi Arabia with a specialized focus on delivering high-quality government projects. The company’s core expertise lies in sophisticated interior finishing works, while also providing integrated solutions for infrastructure, IT, and medical facility operations. Their commitment to precision, quality, and timely delivery has established them as a trusted partner in the Kingdom’s development landscape.
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Job Title: MEP Project Construction Manager
Full Time
📍 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
Company: Armada International Corporation
Apply nowPosition Overview: MEP Project Construction Manager
Armada International is seeking a highly seasoned and technically expert MEP Project Construction Manager to lead and oversee all technical office activities. This is a senior leadership role requiring a minimum of 15 years of experience within construction, specifically with a proven background in governmental projects. You will be the central authority for reviewing project documentation, preparing cost estimations and bids, managing the technical team, and ensuring all project deliverables meet the highest standards of accuracy and compliance for major tenders.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be entrusted with the following comprehensive duties:
- Technical Office Leadership: Manage and supervise all technical office operations, including the review of project drawings, specifications, and contracts.
- Estimation & Cost Management: Prepare detailed quantity take-offs (QTO), Bills of Quantities (BOQ), comprehensive project pricing, cost estimates, and financial analysis for materials, labor, and equipment.
- Tender & Bid Management: Lead the preparation, review, and submission of tenders and bids for both governmental and private sector projects.
- Coordination & Approval: Serve as the key liaison between project management, site teams, and consultants. Review and approve shop drawings and technical submittals.
- Reporting & Team Management: Prepare detailed technical and financial reports for top management. Lead, mentor, and enhance the performance of the technical office engineering team.
- Variation Order Management: Evaluate project variations and change orders, assessing their technical feasibility and financial impact.
Candidate Requirements (Mandatory)
| Requirement Category | Specific Qualification |
|---|---|
| Education & Certification | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Architectural, or equivalent). Valid membership in the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) is mandatory. |
| Experience | Minimum of 15 years of experience working for construction companies, with demonstrated, proven experience in governmental projects. |
| Technical Expertise | Strong experience in technical office management, project pricing, and estimation. Proficiency in relevant engineering and estimation software. |
| Sector Knowledge | Good knowledge of governmental tendering, procurement systems, and regulations in Saudi Arabia. |
| Residency | Must be currently residing in Saudi Arabia. |
| Soft Skills | Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. |
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal professional for this pivotal role will be:
- A strategic and meticulous leader with an authoritative understanding of the entire project lifecycle from tender to financial close-out.
- An expert in Saudi governmental project procedures, capable of navigating complex procurement and compliance requirements with confidence.
- A skilled estimator and negotiator with a sharp eye for detail in cost analysis and bid preparation.
- A mentor and team builder who can develop the technical office team’s capabilities and foster a culture of excellence and accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership mandatory?
Yes. A valid membership in the Saudi Council of Engineers (or equivalent Engineering Authority) is a strict, non-negotiable requirement for this senior engineering role.
2. What type of “governmental projects” experience is required?
The role requires direct, hands-on experience with the specific processes, documentation standards, compliance rules, and tender systems used by Saudi government entities and agencies.
3. Is this a site-based or office-based role?
This is primarily a technical office-based leadership role focused on pre-construction and project controls (estimation, tendering, design coordination). It requires coordination with site teams but is not a daily site supervision position.
4. What does “technical office management” entail?
It involves leading a team of engineers responsible for quantity surveying, cost estimation, bid preparation, drawing review, technical submittals, and value engineering—essentially all technical and commercial documentation before construction execution.