Job Description/Specification:
A leading organization in Qatar is seeking an experienced Delivery Assurance & Escalation Lead to represent the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) in project delivery forums. This high-impact role is responsible for root-cause investigations, escalation of governance issues, and holding CEOs and senior leadership accountable for delivery outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead root-cause investigations into schedule and delivery issues, ensuring tangible outcomes.
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Own and drive actions recorded within the EPMO Tasks & Issues Log.
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Escalate delegation-of-authority and signatory-bloat findings immediately upon identification.
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Represent the EPMO in entity-level delivery review forums.
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Hold CEOs, Project Directors, and senior leadership accountable for delivery outcomes.
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Challenge unsupported status reports and ensure evidence-based decisions.
Construction Knowledge & Expertise
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Strong understanding of the full construction delivery lifecycle: mobilisation, design freeze, procurement, execution, testing & commissioning, handover, and defects liability.
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Ability to review and interpret project schedules (Primavera P6 or equivalent).
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Deep understanding of delay causation including contractor underperformance, design delays, procurement blockages, client-side issues, and force majeure.
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Ability to substantiate findings through documentation and evidence.
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Practical knowledge of GC and subcontractor delivery chains.
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Clear understanding of contractual notices, dispute escalation mechanisms, and governance processes.
Requirements
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10–15 years of experience in major project delivery environments.
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Experience within a main contractor, PMO, or client-side delivery assurance function preferred.
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Gulf or wider MENA project delivery experience strongly preferred.
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Familiarity with holding-company and subsidiary delivery structures.
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Proven experience holding senior stakeholders accountable in delivery and governance forums.
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Experience managing construction disputes or delivery escalations through resolution.
AI Fluency (Non-Negotiable)
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Genuine enthusiasm for leveraging AI as a core professional tool.
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Experience using AI to identify delivery risks earlier, accelerate root-cause analysis, or support recovery planning.
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Ability to explain practical examples of AI-driven improvements to project delivery outcomes.
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Comfort working with technical teams to develop AI-assisted solutions for schedule and delivery analysis.
Personal Attributes
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Strong executive presence and credibility.
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Confident in engaging with subsidiary CEOs and senior leadership teams.
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Persistent and evidence-based in challenging issue closures.
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Firm, objective, and focused on accountability and measurable outcomes.
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Inquisitive and unwilling to accept vague or recycled status updates.
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Consistently seeks evidence of progress by asking, “What has changed since last time?”
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
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High-visibility role with direct impact on project delivery outcomes.
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Opportunity to represent the EPMO in CEO-level forums.
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Work across diverse entities and complex delivery structures.
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Career progression into senior governance and project leadership roles.
Career Growth
A Delivery Assurance & Escalation Lead can progress into:
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Gulf/MENA experience mandatory? A: Strongly preferred due to regional delivery structures and governance practices.
Q: Is AI fluency required? A: Yes, candidates must demonstrate practical AI usage in project delivery.
Q: What industries are relevant? A: Construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, and major capital projects.
Q: What tools are essential? A: Primavera P6, project governance frameworks, and AI-assisted analysis tools.