3 countries - Kuwait, Jordan, and Morocco,
1700 employees,
30+ nationalities,
serving millions of customers every year to create a better everyday life for the many people.
This is us in IKEA Al-Homaizi Limited.
Our keywords are Home, People, Happiness, Development, Leadership, Diversity, and Passion. We hire and treat our co-workers in a manner that does not discriminate
Join us to bridge your dreams and unique ideas within an organization that believes in People.
Purpose of the Function
The Construction Manager is responsible for all aspects of the construction of IKEA projects, from start to finish.
Purpose of the Job
The Construction Manager will provide technical and cost input to IKEA internal partners during the projects’ development/conceptual design phase. Other responsibilities include the permitting co-ordination, physical and cost aspects of the detailed design and construction phases of all projects.
Key assignments
Oversee and direct construction projects from initiation to completion. This includes design, tendering, supervision, hand-over and project closure
Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses as and when required
Coordinate construction activities to meet contractual conditions of performance
Review the work progress on a regular basis and prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and health and safety regulations
Secure quality assurance and control processes. Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
Identify, monitor and control risks within the scope, manage dependencies and interfaces within the project and between the project and the line organizations
Maintain relations with internal and external parties involved in construction projects
Secure an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality
Knowledge
Significant experience, 5-10 years of working in construction on managerial level
At least BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field
Advanced knowledge of construction (management) software packages
Integrity and the ability to establish strong work relationships
Good analytical skills and cost consciousness
Excellent (construction) project management, organizational and co-ordination skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent command of English, both spoken and written at business level
Competent in problem solving, conflict and crisis management
Motivation
Strong identification with the IKEA culture and values
High interest in home furnishings, people´s life at home and the IKEA range
Passion for delivering to the IKEA business through expansion projects
Hunger to develop IKEA, the project members and to grow personally
Drive to exceed results within a given framework
Capabilities
Develop the Business and Deliver results
Lead and develop people
Inspire and clarify
Create togetherness
Find better ways
Enable change
Ideal Experience & Education
Significant experience, 5-10 years of working in construction on managerial level
At least BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field
Advanced knowledge of construction (management) software packages
Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
A few more details for you
This position is full-time and is located in Kuwait.
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