Job Description: AGM / DGM – Construction Operations
Job Title: Assistant General Manager (AGM) / Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Construction Operations
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven AGM/DGM – Construction Operations to lead and manage construction projects, oversee project execution, and ensure timely delivery within approved budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements. The candidate will be responsible for strategic planning, resource allocation, project monitoring, contractor management, cost control, and coordination with clients, consultants, and internal departments.
The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in construction project management, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and large teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Construction Operations Management
- Lead and oversee day-to-day construction operations across multiple projects and sites.
- Develop project execution strategies, operational plans, and construction schedules.
- Ensure projects are completed within approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Monitor project progress and take corrective action to address delays and operational challenges.
- Establish operational procedures, reporting systems, and performance monitoring mechanisms.
- Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, construction managers, and supervisors.
- Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, materials, equipment, and other resources.
- Review project schedules and ensure timely completion of critical activities.
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
2. Project Planning and Execution
- Review project contracts, technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, and execution plans.
- Oversee project mobilization, site preparation, construction activities, and handover.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, planning, and commercial teams.
- Ensure availability of construction materials, equipment, subcontractors, and manpower.
- Monitor project milestones and review progress against approved schedules.
- Resolve technical, contractual, and operational issues in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure proper documentation of project activities, variations, and progress reports.
- Oversee testing, commissioning, inspections, and project handover where applicable.
3. Budgeting and Cost Control
- Develop and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, and resource plans.
- Control construction costs and ensure efficient utilization of project funds.
- Review project expenditure, cash flow requirements, and cost performance reports.
- Monitor subcontractor costs, procurement expenses, and variations.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or safety.
- Review project profitability and recommend corrective measures for cost overruns.
- Coordinate with finance and commercial teams on billing, invoicing, and payment schedules.
4. Team Leadership and Resource Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, engineers, supervisors, and site teams.
- Define responsibilities, performance expectations, and accountability across project teams.
- Conduct periodic performance reviews and operational meetings.
- Ensure appropriate staffing and deployment of skilled and unskilled manpower.
- Resolve interdepartmental coordination issues and improve team productivity.
- Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
5. Client and Stakeholder Management
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, architects, contractors, and government authorities.
- Attend project review meetings and provide updates on progress, risks, and corrective actions.
- Handle escalated client concerns and resolve major project issues.
- Coordinate approvals, inspections, and statutory requirements with relevant stakeholders.
- Review contractual obligations and ensure commitments are fulfilled.
- Support business development and participate in technical or commercial discussions when required.
6. Quality, Safety and Compliance
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality plans, and applicable regulations.
- Implement quality assurance and quality control procedures across projects.
- Monitor site safety performance and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Ensure risk assessments, method statements, and safety procedures are implemented.
- Investigate major quality issues, safety incidents, and recurring operational problems.
- Promote preventive measures to reduce accidents, rework, and project delays.
- Ensure appropriate documentation for inspections, audits, and statutory compliance.
7. Reporting and Performance Monitoring
- Prepare and review monthly, weekly, and daily project progress reports.
- Monitor key performance indicators related to schedule, cost, quality, productivity, and safety.
- Present project performance, risks, financial status, and resource requirements to senior management.
- Conduct periodic project audits and operational reviews.
- Identify process improvements and implement best practices across construction operations.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting from all project sites.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Master's degree in Construction Management or Project Management is an advantage.
- Relevant professional certifications in project management are preferred.
- Extensive experience in construction project execution and operations management.
- Previous experience managing multiple projects, large teams, budgets, and subcontractors.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, project planning, cost control, quality, and safety management.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Advanced knowledge of construction methods, materials, and execution practices.
- Strong financial, budgeting, and cost-control capabilities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
- Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, or ERP systems is an advantage.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within strict deadlines.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-time project completion.
- Adherence to approved project budgets.
- Project profitability and cost efficiency.
- Quality compliance and reduction in rework.
- Site safety performance and regulatory compliance.
- Resource utilization and workforce productivity.
- Client satisfaction and successful project handover.
- Effective management of project risks and contractual obligations.
