Senior Manager - Preconstruction Management

About the role

Khazna, the leading wholesale data center provider in the Middle East and North Africa since 2012, is seeking a Senior Manager - Preconstruction Management. The role leads all preconstruction activities from concept and feasibility through procurement, tendering, commercial and technical evaluations, and the appointment of General Contractors and key consultants. It works closely with Engineering, Project Management, Contracts & Commercial, Procurement, Finance, Legal and external consultants so that projects are fully developed and ready for execution.

Key responsibilities

• Lead overall preconstruction strategy and develop preconstruction plans, schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate Engineering, Design, Procurement, Commercial and Project teams, and ensure projects are fully developed and de-risked.
• Develop project cost plans and budgets, and establish CAPEX forecasts with Finance and Commercial teams.
• Develop procurement strategies for contractors and consultants, and manage PQQ, RFP, ITT and tender processes.
• Coordinate technical clarifications and tender evaluations, and lead tender interviews, site visits and negotiations.
• Review contractor methodologies, programmes, resources and logistics, and ensure tender packages are complete and competitive.
• Lead contractor and consultant prequalification and assessments, and monitor their performance during preconstruction.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management; Master's preferred.
• 15+ years of experience across preconstruction, planning, scheduling and construction.
• Proven preconstruction, procurement and tender management experience.
• Strong contract, contractor and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Analytical, problem-solving and risk management abilities.
• Technical knowledge, client management and team leadership.