Construction Strategy Manager

Want to work with the most sought-after minds and most talked-about projects? Your experience of Implementation Planning and Constructability in Project Consultancy or working for Contractors might just make you our new Construction Strategy Manager.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.

You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

Your key duties

A Construction Strategy Manager position has opened up on our Program Advisory team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

We’re looking for a highly skilled and experienced construction strategy manager to join our division in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in implementation planning and constructability, having worked for consultants and/or contractor’s tender departments. Experience implementing complex projects using Modern Methods of Construction is also crucial.

The role involves analysing how a project can be delivered effectively by benchmarking against similar projects, evaluating various delivery options, analysing key metrics, developing realistic timelines, developing construction and logistics strategies, and identifying technical risks and resources. The manager will also propose options and alternatives to enhance the overall project buildability, reduce risks, and shorten construction periods.

Responsibilities:

• Use experience as a benchmark to validate delivery timeframes
• Creating integrated programmes covering design, approvals, procurement, and construction.
• Provide technical solutions on construction buildability and methodology.
• Produce graphical visualization of the 2D/3D phases.
• Support the development of delivery strategies including procurement and packaging strategy.
• Develop other specific studies / presentations when required.
• Coordinate the studies and deliverables across the different teams.
  
  
  

Your Skills And Experience

• BSc in Engineering or similar
• Qualified professional capable of providing planning and technical expertise to manage complex tasks and multi-discipline projects.
• Extensive experience in implementation planning ideally in Contractor’s tender department preparing technical offers.
• In-depth knowledge of the design, procurement, and delivery process for large/complex projects
• Expertise in the communicating with high performing professional teams.
• Ability to organise and prioritise a demanding workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent PowerPoint experience, CAD & primavera are a plus.
  
  
  

What We Offer You

Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.

• Attractive salary and benefits package
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions
  
  
  

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday. Apply today and be a part of our legacy.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised 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. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [email protected] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.