JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
- Liaise and communicate with relevant departments on materials or services required to deliver the scope of work and fulfill the needs at QD, including consultant/contractor/construction materials etc.
- Implement standardized tendering methods for project procurement, using standard templates, tools, and documents that facilitate tender preparation
- Assist in maintaining an accurate vendor database (contractors, suppliers, consultants): ensure the database reflects the latest information on pricing, delivery time, and resources
- Manage end-to-end RFP process -from bid scoping, bid conditioning and evaluation (technical and commercial), shortlisting/selection to award
- Prepare Invitation letter in case of pre-qualification and/or shortlisting for tender Issues at QD
- Assist with the preparation of tender documentation with guidance and assistance from relevant departments advising on the most suitable contracting strategy given the scope of work
- Prepare contract documentation to ensure clarity of scope and requirements for deliverables and timing in line with QD objectives, draft contract agreements with the most compatible legal and commercial terms
- Issue documents/contracts for review by Manager, C&P Corporate
- Draft responses to tender queries that relate specifically to contractual, commercial, and financial aspects of the tender agreement
Recommend vendors based on bids along with vendor scorecards
- Create and maintain a list of Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers and their performance scorecards
- Collect feedback from relevant departments on supplier/ service performance
- Assist in negotiation with contractors to ensure the highest quality service at the most effective price
- Carry out the evaluation and agreement on all variations, change orders, or concession requests with the contractor/consultant: and prepare submission together with requesting department to Tenders Committee for approval
- Prepare financial statements during the period of the contract, detailing the financial position of the requesting departments
- Coordinate supplier/ contractor payments with the Finance/Accounting department
- Undertake contract-related processes and monitor contract progress
- Monitor the work of the awarded contractor/consultant/stakeholder by liaising with relevant departments, to ensure compliance with the contract
- Take actions/escalate when the contract is not being adhered to
- Review disputes with contractors related to project procurement/contracts
- Negotiate and recommend the best way forward to resolve disputes to ensure mutual satisfaction of both parties; liaise with relevant departments (e.g. Legal, Finance. etc.) as needed for proper dispute management
- Ensure maintenance and update of data such as information about contractor's prices and receipts and records of purchased goods
- Update data such as changes In Information about suppliers’ products and prices
- Develop reports on project procurement functions
- Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate MIS statements and reports
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree In Engineering or similar discipline- 5+ years of experience in large-scale construction management
- Knowledge of tendering and procurement processes (should have performed procurement/contracting duties)
- Experience in awarding and managing contracts; knowledge of commercial, technical and legal contract terms
- ln-depth knowledge of procurement and contracting standards, requirements, internal controls, policies and procedures; understanding of the local regulation
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Qatar Project Management (QPM) is an independent subsidiary of Barwa Real Estate Development Company that provides expertise in Project Management, Design Management, Construction Management, and Contract Administration together with other associated Project Management functions. Established in 2008, QPM is centralized platform for provision of Project Management services to Barwa and Qatari Diar as well as local and international markets. QPM provides these services through an in-house team of highly-skilled, motivated, and qualified professionals supported by state-of-the-art information technology and highly-effective Project Management systems.