Head of Engineering & Construction Management

Job description A leading rail system service provider is looking for a dynamic Head of Engineering & Construction Management to lead technical implementation and system design solutions for specific technology along with the overall construction management of a massive rail project. This position reports directly to the COO.Key Responsibilities:Formulate and determine the business and functional direction and in line with the strategies, plans and targets of the companyLead and manage all aspects of the Engineering & Construction Management activities, including team managements for all rail projectsStructure and execute Engineering & Construction Management strategies to meet business objectives and operational needs⁠Evaluate challenges faced by the departments and come up with action plan to mitigate risks and develop opportunitiesControlling the system requirements during the delivery planning stage, including the installation requirements, testing & commissioning, maintenance during defect liability period is in line with applicable contractual specifications, and to liaise with the governing body to ensure conformanceResponsible for correcting technical interpretation of project requirements (General Specification, Particular Specifications, Conditions of Contract, Employer's Requirement & Scope of Work)⁠Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performanceDevelop comprehensive engineering plans that define scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with cross-functional teams to achieve seamless executionMonitor project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints, tracking expenses, and implementing cost-saving measures without compromising the quality of deliverablesMaintain clear and open communication channels with all stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management, providing regular updates and reports to keep everyone informed of progress and any emerging issuesLead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, effective workflow, and a positive work environment, while encouraging team members to perform at their highest potentialKey Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Electrical/Electronics or Mechanical Engineering or equivalentMinimum fifteen years of project management experience, preferably handling railway system design projectsPrior experience handling the solution, design and interface of rail projects would be idealExperience in systems engineering, interface & integration, Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS), Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), and requirements management would be idealProject Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferableExperience managing rail construction projects is highly desirableHave a strong financial and commercial acumen to handle project costings and financingHave prior financial closure background for large-scale construction projectsAbility to lead the process to establish all relevant statutory authority requirements and risk mitigation to ensure smooth local authority approvalsExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholdersAble to work autonomously, be self-driven and not reliant on othersAble to adapt yourself well in various international settings for long periods of timeAble to resolve conflicts, visionary and possess the foresight to plan ahead for the business