Technical Principal Strategy and Transformation

Overview

Senior technical advisor leading PPP transaction advisory for infrastructure projects in GCC.

Key Responsibilities

• business development
• bid preparation
• due diligence
• tender docs
• client workshops
• transaction advisory

Tasks

-Support the planning and delivery of broader business development opportunities, and the management of long-term key customer relationships to enhance sales & increase market share. -Provide clear and concise subject matter expertise to clients on their assessment of the optimal technical solution, risk allocation, procurement route etc for their asset type. -Guide and supervise the internal governance and commercial management of a portfolio of projects, ensuring monthly reporting requirements are delivered -Business Development, Bid Preparation & Delivery; -Lead and guide others in the delivery of a portfolio of PPP Transactions across the project(s) lifecycle(s) including, but not limited to; -Business Case Preparation (inc. development of cost inputs, design, development, commissioning and operational assumptions, risk register preparation, payment mechanism development and VfM Assessment); -Technical Due Diligence coordinating and liaising with multi-disciplinary engineering teams from across the Mott MacDonald global business -Tender Document Preparation (inc. Output Specifications, Procurer Requirements) -Lead and direct others to carry out structured analyses and assessments, and develop reports to a high-quality, with particular attention to structure, clarity of argument and presentation. -Work collaboratively with Financial and Legal Advisors to develop comprehensive solutions -Lead client meetings and workshops to facilitate project discussions, present findings, assist in identifying project issues and priorities, and progress project solutions. -Lead and support the delivery of technical advisory services across various sectors in the transaction advisory consulting market with a focus on PPP transaction advice to government agencies, developers and lenders in the GCC. -Tender Evaluation and Negotiation; -Lead on preparation and conclusion of service propositions to customers and project partners, and ensure all commercial and legal negotiation points are concluded satisfactorily prior to commencement of services (in accordance with the Mott MacDonald BMS). -When acting as Lead Advisor, ensure the commercial success of the commission and compliance with all company governance requirements. When supporting, ensure that the lead advisor and or project manager is made aware of all developments on the commission that could influence the commercial and compliance outcomes. -Tender Process Management (EoI, RfQ and RfP);

Requirements

• infrastructure
• arabic
• travel
• risk assessment
• lead practitioner
• engineering degree

What You Bring

-In depth knowledge of one or more infrastructure sectors offers potential for growth and private sector investment, including but not limited to technical merits, policy and regulation, economic considerations, delivery and or supply chain. -Proficiency in Arabic is preferred due to the nature of the role and the need to engage effectively with Arabic-speaking stakeholders, however, this is not mandatory -The ability and willingness to travel and work overseas for short periods of time is a critical element of this role – flexibility and an enthusiasm to support our clients is essential. -Experience in the assessment of risks and priorities associated with project development, investment or delivery, in the context of project feasibility and procurement; due diligence; assurance; or monitoring and evaluation. -Working as the lead practitioner on medium to large sized assignments, or in a key support role on large assignments. Capable of working with little or no supervision. -Consulting experience in providing technical advisory services for private, public sector and multilateral international finance institutions. -An excellent understanding of the fundamentals of PPP Technical Advisory consulting -Competent in the delivery of detailed analysis in reports and presentations to customers. -A Bachelors and/or Master’s engineering or technical related degree or equivalent.

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Benefits

-Competitive annual leave -Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance -An annual professional institution subscription -90 calendar days’ paid maternity leave

About Mott Macdonald

-Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision. -Design of major infrastructure and transport systems. -Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities. -History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.

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