ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

AtkinsRalis is looking for an Associate Director in Abu Dhabi UAE.

About AtkinsRalis

Created by the integration of longstanding organizations dating back to 1911 AtkinsRalis is a worldclass engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique endtoend services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting advisory & environmental services intelligent networks & cybersecurity design & engineering procurement project & construction management operations & maintenance decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn.

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We are currently looking for an experienced Commercial Professional to support Atkins in delivering professional design and engineering consultancy services in the UAE. The role will cover our operations in the United Arab Emirates and it is envisaged that the successful candidate will have a minimum of 15 years relevant experience and be capable of supporting contract and financial elements of project delivery.  You will be involved in the management of successful projects through the mobilization stage into steady state operation implementing processes and teams to assure good commercial governance of each project.  Continuing opportunities with our key clients are envisaged over the next ten years making this permanent staff position for the Design and Engineering business.

You will be responsible for the coordination of our commercial approach training and development of other Commercial staff and Project leadership operating within projects in the UAE.  You will have responsibility for assisting the Division to deliver against the commercial objectives set out each year in its annual budgets and building the business resilience needed for its longer term sustainable growth as well as for the collection of cash.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• BEng /BSc in an appropriate engineering discipline or Quantity Surveying.
• Technical Knowledge and experience.

Essential:

• Contracts and subcontracts preparation review and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the design process in the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of the site operations process.
• Contract and commercial correspondence.
• Preparation of financial models and pricing proposals.
• Understanding and experience of project planning programme and delay claim preparation and evaluation.
• Management of variations and claims processes claims preparation.
• Senior level commercial experience on at least one major design and construct project.

Negotiation skills:

• Risk management process and practice.
• Excellent ability to develop successful client relationships.

Highly desirable:

• Design and build project experience especially contractor side design.
• Multidisciplinary design and engineering process and controls.
• Middle East experience.
• Commercial experience with the delivery of projects in the entertainment sector.

Responsibilities:

• To understand and interpret Atkins rights and responsibilities across its portfolio of projects in the UAE.
• Overall responsibility for supporting Project Directors in the delivery of projects to the contractual arrangements and the required commercial outcome (including the contracted profit margin) all in accordance with the agreed financial objectives.
• Coordinate commercial appointments for services being provided by all parties including other Atkins Business Sectors and subconsultants.
• Developing and managing the commercial administration monitoring and change control system requirements to comply with Atkins internal business processes and systems inclusive of risk and variation registers.
• Developing commercial understanding and competence within the Project Management and Design delivery staff in the United Arab Emirates Qatar and Oman.
• Support the Projectbased Commercial staff within the Countrys live projects.
• Escalation and reporting on claims made against Atkins Professional Indemnity insurance or such circumstances.
• Commercial review and audit of live projects in Country.
• Understanding of and adherence to Atkins internal Business Management System (BMS) and other processes.
• Monitor compliance of the Service Delivery Process throughout the project delivery phase and respond to queries.
• Review monthly financial reports and review any actions in respect of the Risk Register and project contingency.
• Influence improved risk management to ensure an appropriate approach to risk is considered with an objective of converting contingency to margin for live projects.
• Liaise with finance and project teams on debt management with an aim of converting debt provisions to P&L profit.
• Provide guidance to project teams to ensure a consistent approach to billing in line with contractual arrangements is maintained to maximize positive cash flow.
• Influence behaviors to provide early warnings of risk to projects financial health.

The individual:

• Business minded commercially astute.
• External focus and awareness of market influences.
• Client friendly relationship building emotionally intelligent.
• Selfmotivated with a winning attitude.
• Good team leader and team worker.
• Excellent communicator in written and spoken English.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Mobile willing to make regular travel in region.
• Committed and persistent cando qualities.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Why choose AtkinsRalis

• Taxfree salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Flexible/hybrid work solutions.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance legal matters family care as well as personal health fitness and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender marital status age race ethnic origin religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees potential employees colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.