Head of Project Services

Oman Investment Authority

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Lead QA/QC for new projects and construction, including oversight of project planning services, cost management, risk management, and central contracts.
• Oversee QA/QC engineering resources for Project Delivery, ensuring all deliverables comply with approved standards, international design codes, and safe operability requirements.
• Manage QA/QC contracts and inspection services, including development and review of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and participation in FAT and SAT as required.
• Provide overall leadership and governance for Project Support services covering construction, interface management, and Projects Support.
• Ensure effective cross functional integration between engineering, construction, commissioning, operations, contractors, and vendors to support project execution and risk mitigation.
• Oversee Commissioning and Start Up (CSU) strategy, planning, and execution, ensuring alignment with approved procedures and project objectives.
• Accountable for safe, timely system handover and smooth transition from Project Delivery to Operations in compliance with HSE and company standards.
• Lead project controls and performance management, including planning, scheduling, cost control, risk analysis, change management, and accurate progress reporting.
• Initiate and oversee cost, schedule, and project risk management activities, including impact assessment of proposed changes.
• Obtain, consolidate, and manage inputs for annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Oversee the centralized management of project information and documentation, including implementation of the Documentation Management System.
• Audit contractors and vendors, support design changes and modifications, and prepare technical justifications and estimates as required.
• Conduct project site oversight for HSE compliance and progress, while developing, coaching, and monitoring the performance and career progression of engineering resources.
• Provide executive oversight of the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, disciplined capital deployment, optimized resource utilization, and effective engagement with senior stakeholders.
• Establish, govern, and continuously enhance the Projects Support function as a strategic enabler for Project Delivery and related business units, ensuring consistency, capability maturity, and sustainable organizational performance.