Operations Manager - Deep Foundation Piling & Shoring Geoharbour Middle East

Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

10 - 16 Years

Monthly Salary

AED 30,000 - 40,000 ($8,101 - $10,801)

Education

Master of Technology/Engineering

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee field execution, planning, and project delivery for deep foundation and shoring works. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to technical standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Project & Field Leadership

Lead execution of deep foundation systems including diaphragm walls, contiguous/secant piles, CFA, sheet piling, soldier/timber/steel piles, micropiles, anchors, and marine piling.

Manage site logistics, workforce deployment, and subcontractor coordination.

Ensure implementation of approved designs, method statements, and technical specifications.

Technical Oversight

Provide input during pre-construction and design coordination stages.

Oversee QA/QC compliance, material selection, and equipment planning.

Troubleshoot engineering issues and optimize methodologies to suit project constraints.

HSE & Quality Compliance

Enforce health, safety, and environmental protocols on all active sites.

Ensure full compliance with ITPs, NCRs, and other quality assurance procedures.

Conduct regular audits and resolve non-conformance issues promptly.

Financial & Commercial Management

Control project budgets, monitor cost-to-completion, and approve resource allocations.

Participate in tender reviews, bid proposals, and contract negotiations.

Manage variations, change orders, and financial reporting with relevant departments.

Team Management

Supervise project engineers, site supervisors, HSE and QA/QC teams.

Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing across departments.

Promote continuous improvement and drive team performance.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Management.

10+ years of experience in civil/geotechnical construction, with at least 5 years in a senior operational role.

Proven experience managing large-scale projects involving diaphragm walls, piling, shoring, and deep foundations.

Strong understanding of project planning, site execution, HSE, QA/QC, and commercial controls.

Ability to manage multiple project sites, lead multidisciplinary teams, and coordinate with clients and consultants.

Proficiency in project software tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel).

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Willingness to travel as needed to support project delivery across the region.

Preferred Qualifications

PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Experience with ground improvement techniques such as grouting, vibro-compaction, or soil mixing.

Regional experience in the Middle East, especially in UAE or KSA.

Strong contractual and commercial awareness.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Department / Functional Area

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Geoharbour Middle East

Geoharbour Middle East Construction LLC / Geoharbour Saudi Co., Ltd., member of Shanghai Geoharbour Group who is specialized in geotechnical ground engineering works, especially soil improvement works (All kind of Techniques, such as RIC, DC/DR, VC/VR, HVDM,Vacuum Consolidation, Vacuum Preloading etc.) and piling foundation globally. Till date, our MENA region has following setup and offices in following countries, Geoharbour Saudi Co,Ltd., Geoharbour Middle East Construction LLC (Dubai) Geoharbour International Ground Engineering LLC (Abu Dhabi) Geoharbour Middle East Construction LLC - Bahrain branch Geoharbour Middle East Construction LLC - Iraq branch Geoharbour Egypt LLC We have completed quite numbers of projects in this region till now, take some of them as following for your reference. Shoaiba water plant Phase 5 - SWCC (ongoing job) Soil improvement works for Jizan Existing Airport project - Saudi Soil improvement & Piling works for Jizan New International Airport project - Sa

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Narayanan

Tower 51, Business Bay, Ofc - 703 abu dhabi, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

https://www.geoharbour-me.com

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