Divisional Manager For Archimedes Marine Engineering in Oman

Role & responsibilities

Job Title: Divisional Manager Archimedes Marine Engg & Contracting LLC (AMEC)

Company: Archimedes Marine Engg & Contracting LLC (AMEC)
Location: Muscat, Oman
Reporting to: General Manager Marine & AMEC

Company Overview:

The Archimedes Marine Engineering Company (AMEC), a part of the KR Marine vertical, focuses on Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of fishing harbors, jetties, marinas, and port infrastructure across Oman. Briefly,

• Infrastructure and construction- commercial ports
• Infrastructure and construction- Fishery harbours
• Marina Construction
• Coastal protection works
• Sea water Intake systems
• Berthing Facilities

Position Overview: The Divisional Manager (DM) will assist in managing and monitoring the overall construction management, financial performance of the projects, and timely delivery of the project. The role requires a technically proficient and business-oriented Marine or coastal engineering professional capable of leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project excellence, and driving profitability while upholding safety, quality, and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Profit & Loss Management:

• Manage divisional budgets, financial targets, and profitability in alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor cost control, pricing strategies, and cash flow performance across projects.
• Ensure effective allocation of resources and optimization of operational efficiency.
• Support business development initiatives, tendering and revenue growth plan through new opportunities.

2. Leadership and Project Management

• Lead, supervise and assist project managers, engineers, and technical teams across multiple marine construction projects.
• Oversee end-to-end project execution — from planning and procurement to delivery and handover.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Drive operational excellence through structured planning, monitoring, and performance evaluation.

3. Strategic Planning and Execution

• Assist in developing and implementing strategic growth plans for the division.
• Identify emerging markets, new technologies, and service opportunities in the marine infrastructure sectors.
• Support bid strategy, tender preparation, and negotiation for major projects.
• Align divisional goals with KR’s long-term business objectives.

4. Departmental Oversight and Governance

• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and statutory regulations.
• Oversee the implementation of quality management, HSE systems, and compliance frameworks.
• Monitor manpower deployment, equipment utilization, and subcontractor performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, integrity, and teamwork across all operational levels.

5. Reporting, Stakeholder Management, and Communication

• Provide timely and accurate management reports on operational, financial, and project performance.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Finance, HR, Procurement, etc.) for smooth divisional functioning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, classification societies, and government agencies.
• Represent the division in client meetings, project reviews, and management discussions.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in Marine infrastructure projects.
• Having experience as Project Manager for minimum of 2 Breakwater projects each with the value of USD 30.0M.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with corporate office managing the financial aspects of the the projects as well as the company.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale marine projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound understanding of project costing, contract management, and financial acumen including P&L of the projects as well as company.
• Familiarity with Omani and GCC marine project standards and regulatory requirements.
• Having knowledge on managing Marine assets including offshore vessel’s registration, classification and Insurance requirements and compliance.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Client and Consultant management skills.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of technical competence in marine engineering and construction.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation capability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.