Area Manager

Job Title: Area/Branch Manager

Division: Material Testing

Position Specifications:

The Area/Branch Manager is expected to possess a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in accomplishing the following:

• Oversee branch operations, managing finance, HR, IT (systems and infrastructure), procurement, logistics, business development, cash flow/receivables/payables, personnel and asset utilization, technical operations, marketing, employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain an effective organizational structure for branch operations.
• Provide close oversight of projects and strengthen relationships with clients.
• Ensure business growth in accordance with yearly set budgets and targets.
• Prepare and review tenders and proposals.
• Develop new services for the branch, such as NDT and environmental services.
• Coordinate closely with other branches within the country and internationally to reinforce synergies.
• Collaborate closely with the central head office to ensure alignment with company strategy, policies, and procedures, ensuring timely and accurate monthly reporting from accounts, HR, and other admin functions.
• Coordinate closely with the Quality Department to improve accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Achieve and maintain a high level of customer and employee satisfaction.
• Initiate additional growth for new services and new branches.
• Be involved in client development, marketing to new and existing clients, and handle the business development of the branch.
• Ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the Laboratory through direct supervision and close coordination with heads of departments (Physical, Chemistry, External Operations, and Logistics).
• Oversee testing activities in all departments (concrete, cement, soil, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, steel, and asphalt, etc.), ensuring all testing processes comply with appropriate standards (ASTM, BS, ACI, etc.) and align with company policies and procedures for safety and integrity.
• Compile, review, and approve lab and field reports; possess sound knowledge of laboratory tests, field testing, and inspection.
• Establish and maintain a Preventive Maintenance Program for all lab equipment.
• Monitor project processes, performance, and budgetary conditions, attend project meetings, and assist in the resolution of both technical and administrative problems.
• Develop subordinates and direct reports, preparing them to assume higher positions through training, coaching, and regular guidance.

Mandatory Core Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree (B.E.) in Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in managing business and operations, and a minimum of 5 years of overall experience in construction.
• MBA is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of the KSA market.
• Demonstrated ability to interact as a leader in a team-building environment with a wide variety of individuals from diverse disciplines, cultures, and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage people at all levels.
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to balance multiple projects concurrently (with different deadlines) and marshal the resources necessary to accomplish them.
• Conversant with ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and HSE systems.
• Commitment to excellence and success.
• Determined and committed to high-quality standards.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, setting and achieving personal goals and operational targets.
• Client-based approach to support services.
• Excellent leadership and negotiation skills.
• Excellent command of the English language.