Buro Happold brings integrated teams of consultants, program and project managers and technical experts with experience in appraising, planning, designing and executing complex developments from iconic buildings to smart cities. The Associate Project Manager role provides an excellent opportunity to join our growing practice and iconic programs and projects in the Riyadh office.
The Associate Project manager can support clients at strategic level in a program advisory capacity and also embed in management roles on programs and projects. The Associate Project Manager is responsible for leading teams or design progress functions within projects, the development of strategies and plans and management of stakeholders and other consultants, resources, schedules, financials etc. This also includes management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the PDM group.
Buro Happold brings integrated teams of consultants, program and project managers and technical experts with experience in appraising, planning, designing and executing complex developments from iconic buildings to smart cities. The Associate Project Manager role provides an excellent opportunity to join our growing practice and iconic programs and projects in the Riyadh office. The Associate Project manager can support clients at strategic level in a program advisory capacity and also embed in management roles on programs and projects. The Associate Project Manager is responsible for leading teams or design progress functions within projects, the development of strategies and plans and management of stakeholders and other consultants, resources, schedules, financials etc. This also includes management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the PDM group.
Type of contract Permanent Grade Associate Area of Expertise Business Services Region Middle East, India and Asia Office / Project Location Dubai Ref No 6181
What will success look like?
Plan and deliver successful and profitable projects for BH and its clients
What will you be doing…
Assessment of projects objectives, expected benefits, performance indicators, scope, size and complexity, timescale, phases, cost and risk appetite.
Develop the best way in which programs or projects are to be structured, directed and managed including the optimal organization structure, authority and decision making roles, prioritisation and initiation of new work, assignment of resources and funds, methods, processes and issue resolution.
Define the organisation of the design and delivery process including level of client interface and oversight, resources and skills, design cycles, assurance approach, information and communication management and design packaging approach.
Support the Project Planner in the development of the schedule and strategic milestones and analyse key dependencies and test various phasing options.
Develop a program-wide construction and logistics strategy to identify and understand constraints and technical risks, hidden costs, resource and infrastructure requirements.
Develop project execution plans and documents required to manage the project
Manage every aspect of a project, including its planning, communication, risk assessment, and resources.
Ensure availability of financial, material and human resources required to successfully complete a project
Guide and direct project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures, and guidelines
Evaluate the progress of a project to detect limitations or faults in order to seek solutions to a more efficient process
Monitor industry trends to identify changes in project strategies, tools, terminology and to adjust accordingly
Use processes to delegate and ensure even distribution of tasks to project team members
Manage budgets, schedule expenditure, and initiate corrective action to meet financial objectives
Motivate team members to meet project goals by effectively carrying out their responsibilities
Conduct feasibility studies and oversee the selection of consultants and subconsultants
Ensure time booked on project is accurately recorded on Deltek time management system
Support the PDM function with business development and bidding activities
Support the growth and improvement of the PMO processes and procedures
What will you bring...
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Administration, or a related field
A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification may be advantageous
Demonstrable leadership skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to details and technicalities
Excellent organisational and technical skills
Good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills
Exceptional time management and organizational skills
Ability to adapt and stress management skills
Good IT and mathematical skills
Style & Behaviours
A highly organised, creative, and conscientious individual, capable of managing multiple key stakeholder expectations.
Excellent written, visualisation and verbal communication skills, and can easily simplify complex concepts into compelling narratives to both technical and nontechnical audiences
A positive, resilient attitude with a willingness to undertake volume work processes
Proven ability to manage time and act with pace, demonstrating a highly organised approach to work, and customer service.
#LI-HM2 Buro Happold is proud to be a practice of a diverse range of professionals. We actively promote inclusivity to enable every individual to reach their full potential, the more inclusive we are the better our work will be.
We are working to change the lack of representation of minority groups in the built environment, and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative and elegant solutions through collaboration.
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