Regional Contracts Manager - Central America and the Caribbean

Regional Contracts Manager – Central America and the Caribbean Location : Central America Business / Department : Engineering Reporting to : Regional Director - Central America and the Caribbean Type : Permanent Overview of Biwater : Biwater is an international water treatment company headquartered in Surrey, UK. The company specialises in providing water, wastewater, and membrane treatment solutions to clients worldwide. Established in 1968, Biwater has gained recognition for its innovative approaches to addressing the world’s most pressing water-related challenges. Overview of role : The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering major water supply schemes within budget and ensuring the projects' timely completion to the satisfaction of both the Client and Biwater. These projects will be located in Central America and the Caribbean, requiring frequent travel within the regions. The projects involve the construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, pipelines, and reservoirs. The candidate will be based at either of Biwater’s regional offices in Panama or the Dominican Republic and must be able to travel internationally and work closely with overseas colleagues, providing project and engineering expertise. The role also involves overseeing project controls critical to safeguarding the company’s interests. Qualifications and experience : Qualification in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying. Preferably 10 years of construction experience in a similar role within the Water Industry, including expertise in international contract management, cost control, and profit maximisation. An understanding of Water and Wastewater design and associated infrastructure. Thorough understanding of FIDIC, Yellow Book, and ‘Design & Construct’ contracts. Proven experience in delivering major infrastructure projects in Central America and / or the Caribbean. A competent fluency level in English and Spanish. Duties and responsibilities : Coordinate and oversee all activities related to assigned projects, providing comprehensive, accurate, and timely project reports to the Board of Directors and Management. Work collaboratively with local construction management to ensure on-site activities progress in a timely and cost-effective manner. Liaise with Country Management to ensure necessary support functions are available as agreed with the project construction management team. Provide clear and thoughtful leadership to ensure maximum contribution from all project stakeholders. Ensure compliance with Biwater policies and the laws of the country of operation. Oversee design engineering, procurement, and shipping to ensure activities progress in a timely and cost-effective manner. Establish a clear understanding of the work scope and client requests. Manage and oversee reporting staff. Coordinate and control project requirements from all Biwater departments. Issue cost forecasts and control expenditure to maximise project profit and cash flow. Ensure timely issuance of invoices and receipt of all project payments. Establish, review, and update the Primavera P6 project programme. Identify changes to the project scope and ensure satisfactory execution. Ensure timely issue of management reports on progress and costing. Review and accept the project budget and prepare regular costs into the Biwater Causeway accounting system. Manage and conduct all negotiations with the Client’s inspection agencies. Approve all project cost expenditures and ensure necessary approvals are obtained. Resolve all project problems in the most effective manner. Ensure completion of all project requirements. Manage the defects liability period after handover. Maintain and update project procedures. Provide relevant actual information for estimating and proposals for future project development. Ensure compliance with the reporting requirements outlined in the Environmental, Social, and Impact Assessment Construction Management Plans. Person specification : 1. Knowledge and experience : Relevant experience in the engineering or construction industries, particularly in water-related disciplines. Experience working on large international water and / or wastewater projects. Commercially aware and proven experience as a Contracts Manager. Advanced understanding of the challenges and risks associated with project execution in developing countries. Strong commercial skills and knowledge of contracting methods. Previous experience with FIDIC contract documents is essential. Experience with Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) project control. Ability to communicate complex technical and commercial issues clearly. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar position. 2. Skills : Excellent leadership skills. A strong team player with a positive attitude. Tenacious, inquisitive, and unafraid to challenge the status quo. Strong attention to detail. Exceptional problem-solving abilities. Effective communicator at all levels. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships. Good understanding of budgeting and reporting. Computer literate with skills in MS Office and Primavera. 3. Health safety and environment : Monitor and enforce the latest health and safety procedures. Ensure the project is proactive in addressing all environmental concerns. 4. Working condition : The role is based at either of Biwater’s regional offices in Panama or the Dominican Republic. A competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. To apply for this position, submit your resume and a cover letter to : hr.department@biwater.com. In the subject heading of the email, please include : ‘Regional Contracts Manager – Central America and the Caribbean’. Biwater is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr