Associate Construction Manager

Role Overview

Associate Construction Manager at Namaa, based in Riyadh.

Company Overview

Namaa builds and operates tech-enabled urban infrastructure that gives consumers fast, reliable access to meals, groceries, and everyday essentials. The company's ecosystem includes specialized business units such as KitchenPark, CloudRetail, and Profood Properties, each enabling brands to grow in an increasingly on-demand world.

Role Purpose

Oversee construction execution and delivery of projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, timelines, and budgets while managing contractors, coordinating teams, and maintaining safety and quality standards across all phases of work.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Delivery

• Oversee the construction, execution, and delivery, ensuring compliance with project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage and coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project teams to ensure smooth execution of works on-site.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and work schedules.

Risk & Progress Management

• Monitor construction progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to mitigate delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project reporting, including progress updates, risk assessments, and resource planning.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with local and international building codes, safety regulations, and quality control standards.
• Lead site inspections, audits, and quality assurance checks, ensuring adherence to approved designs and specifications.
• Oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.

Technical Collaboration

• Collaborate with the design and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and implement value engineering solutions.

Stakeholder Management

• Lead stakeholder meetings and ensure alignment of construction activities with project goals and client expectations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in construction management, with at least 3 years spent in Food & Beverage or restaurant construction.
• Proven experience managing BOQ (Bill of Quantities) and costing across various scopes (Civil, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Gas).
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, building codes, and industry standards.
• Hands-on experience in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and cost control.
• PMP or CCM certification is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage large teams, contractors, and client interactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or GoogleDocs, and construction management software.
• Experience with FIDIC contracts, project scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and quality control processes.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is essential.

Additional Information

• This role is office-based in Riyadh and requires onsite presence five days a week.