Construction Manager
Production, Opérations, R&D
Casablanca (Morocco)
Ref: IZ28739931
February 18, 2025
IMMOBILIER BÂTIMENT ET AUXILIAIRE
FONCTIONS
The Construction Manager for the Casablanca Desalination Plant will report directly to the Project Manager and serve as one of the key leaders of the project during the execution phase. This role entails full responsibility for overseeing all engineering teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, I&C), managing external technical suppliers, and coordinating with teams responsible for client relations. Additionally, the Construction Manager will be accountable for project planning, operational control, financial oversight, quality assurance, and the management of all personnel involved. Ensuring seamless coordination across these areas is essential to the successful delivery of the project.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Planning, scheduling and coordinating the project strategy and design, reporting progress and budget matters to the client
Preparing and negotiating timetables, cost estimates, budgets and contracts
Managing the construction process, supervising all activity on-site, responding to delays
Collaborating with specialists such as architects, engineers and local government officials for permits and licences, contractors and clients
Complying with legal requirements, safety and building codes and keeping daily logs and diaries
Ordering equipment and materials, managing their use and managing the personnel involved
Hiring and instructing labourers and sub-contractors
Enforcing safety procedures, minimising risk, ensuring the use of protective clothing, hard-hat, harnesses and other safety equipment
Requirements:
- You are a Mechanical Engineer, with more than 10 years' experience within construction (civil works, electrical, mechanical, I&C..) of water projects (WWTP)
Experience in desalination plants is highly desiderable
- Strong command of English is required. French is a plus.
-You're located in Casablanca (Morocco) or willing to relocate in the region.
- Working knowledge of HS&E requirements and implementation of same. - Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Package.
- Clear communication – verbal and written - High attention to detail - Presented problem solving / analytical skills. - Demonstrated relevant leadership skills
