Planning & Reporting Section Head

Company Introduction:

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com

Position Summary:

The Planning & Reporting Section Head is responsible for establishing and leading a comprehensive performance monitoring and reporting framework across large-scale projects. The role oversees KPI management, data analysis, and performance reporting to senior management, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project objectives. The position drives continuous improvement by identifying performance gaps, coordinating corrective action plans with department heads, and optimizing reporting systems in collaboration with IT. This role also includes leading and mentoring a team while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate brings over 20 years of project management experience in major engineering and construction projects, supported by strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive performance monitoring and reporting framework for the projects.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) across all departments.
• Ensure that performance data is accurate, reliable, and consistent.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on performance against targets and goals.
• Work closely with department heads to develop action plans to address performance issues and improve overall performance.
• Coordinate with IT department to ensure that performance monitoring and reporting systems are functioning optimally.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices in performance monitoring and reporting.
• Train and mentor staff in performance monitoring and reporting techniques and best practices.
• Lead and manage a team of performance monitoring and reporting professionals.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited University.
• Minimum 20 years experience in project management environment on large projects.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience of professional project management processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up / set up work processes.
• Involvement in continuous improvement and capacity building / talent development.
• Demonstrated skill in management, supervisory and personnel administrative functions.
• Excellent analysis skills and report writing.
• Proven ability to prepare professional presentations and present them to management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of working internationally (preference KSA experience).