Company Description

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork, solutions and services in all areas of construction. The company is also a global supplier of well-thought-out scaffolding solutions for a varied spectrum of applications. With 178 sales and logistics facilities in over 60 countries, Doka has a high-performing distribution network for advice, customer service and technical support on the spot and ensures that equipment is swiftly provided – no matter how big and complex the project. Doka employs 7,000 people worldwide and is a company of the Umdasch Group, which has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years.

Ever since Doka’s arrival in the Middle East over twenty years ago, the UAE has played a strategic role in the company’s regional and global growth strategy, with Dubai remaining the company's operational headquarters for the Middle East Africa and Asia Pacific (MEAAP). Operating from a 50,000 square-metres plot comprising an office, state-of-the-art warehouse and reconditioning facility, Doka Gulf has been setup to provide faster access to its highly valued customers, and the agility required to meet market demand. In line with our regional growth, Doka Gulf is currently looking to recruit a career driven professional to join its versatile team and support the company’s ongoing national expansion. The suitable candidate will be a qualified, natural team player who can add significant value to this highly dynamic team.

Job Description

Doka Gulf is currently looking for a Project Coordinator / Site Engineer who will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and serving as the worksite representative for dealings with our clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

If you are passionate about your work, have an inner drive to succeed and a desire to learn and grow from your experience, this could be the perfect next challenge for you!

This position requires an enthusiastic individual who understands the formwork and scaffolding industry and is able to drive the innovation we’re known for.

Job Description

• Manage and coordinate dedicated internal project teams and processes during all stages of key projects to ensure a smooth project execution and maximize client satisfaction.
• Act as a main link between clients and Doka by conducting regular site visits which include technical assistance, problem solving, troubleshooting and assistance with delivery / return procedures.
• Prepare and work out the time schedule for the job (short term and long-term goals/milestones) and proactively prepare recovery plans.
• Support clients in handling Doka material correctly, safely and in the most effective way.
• Sort out any issues that may arise during the project.
• Support the sales team by identifying new opportunities during or after project execution.
• Prepare mutually agreed delivery schedules and monitoring of progress.
• Prepare and circulate minutes of meetings from site and internal project meetings.
• Ensure any design issues / improvements at site are relayed to the engineering department to eliminate repetitive issues.
• Documentation of best practice and project conclusion for knowledge transfer.
• General contribution to the engineering department using formwork design expertise and extensive site experience.
• Variation monitoring and claim management based on project history documentation.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Technical / Civil Engineering qualification
• Construction job site experience
• Solid knowledge of formwork systems
• Project Management experience
• Ability to coordinate, work unsupervised and solve problems
• Excellent communication, negotiation and language skills (English, ideally Arabic)
• Be familiar with all necessary procedures of the Project Coordinator / Site Engineer in a construction environment (contracts, agreements, programs etc.)
• Cultural awareness
• Team-player

Additional Information

Years of Experience: 3 -5 years

Qualifications: Technical / Civil Engineering qualification or similar

Job Type: Full time

Location: Dubai/ UAE

As a customer-focused organization, Doka understands that its greatest assets are its employees, which is why Doka is consistently looking for talented professionals who are keen to develop their career in this challenging industry.