General Manager - Commercial - MEP & HVAC - Qatar

General Manager – Operations – MEP / HVAC – Doha, Qatar

Our client, one of the leading companies in MEP Contracting is looking to hire a General Manager – Operations based in Doha, Qatar.

Must have:

At least 8–10 years in senior operational leadership roles in Civil / MEP Contracting industry within GCC.

Job Overview

The incumbent must have both commercial and operational experience, managing P&L for at least 8‑10 years. He or she will lead and oversee the complete operational functions of the business, ensuring efficient execution of MEP and O&M projects. This role requires a strategic leader with strong technical expertise, commercial acumen, and proven experience in managing large‑scale engineering and infrastructure projects in the GCC region.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 20 years of experience in infrastructure, or Civil / MEP construction, O&M projects.
• Proven track record in managing multi‑million‑dollar engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar market norms, local authorities, HSE standards, and engineering codes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership

• Oversee end‑to‑end project operations including planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery within cost, quality, and timeline parameters.
• Ensure operational excellence across MEP divisions.
• Drive standard operating procedures (SOPs), productivity improvements, and resource optimization.

2. Project Management

• Lead multiple large‑scale O&M, construction, infrastructure projects simultaneously.
• Conduct regular project reviews, risk assessments, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure strict compliance with project specifications, HSE standards, and regulatory requirements.

3. Strategic Planning & Business Support

• Contribute to long‑term business strategy, project pipeline planning, and budgeting.
• Collaborate with BD & Estimation teams for tender submissions, technical proposals, and cost evaluations.
• Provide operational insights for expansion, new technology adoption, and process automation.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, project managers, site supervisors, and technical staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Ensure manpower planning, competency building, and succession planning.

5. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and government authorities.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for key projects and clients.
• Manage escalations, negotiate critical operational issues, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Oversee project budgets, cost control, resource allocation, and profitability targets.
• Monitor operational KPIs, financial performance, and ensure adherence to company.
• Support contract management, variation claims, procurement strategies, and vendor negotiations.

7. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with Qatar local regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality assurance, and environmental sustainability.
• Own operational audits, certifications, and regulatory inspections.
• Strong project and program management abilities.
• Exceptional leadership, decision‑making, and communication skills.
• Deep technical knowledge in MEP and O&M systems.
• Financial literacy with solid understanding of budgeting, cost control, and commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage cross‑functional teams and deliver under tight deadlines.
• High integrity, problem‑solving aptitude, and customer‑centric approach.

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