AZFEN LLCPosition Name: Deputy Head of Metal Construction Department

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of structural steel, metal fabrication, and erection processes
• Ability to read, interpret, and review engineering drawings and specifications
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ISO, EN, BS, AISC)
• Understanding of welding procedures, materials, and quality requirements

 Project & Construction Management

• Planning and scheduling skills (fabrication, delivery, and site installation)
• Risk identification and problem-solving in live construction environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Experience with cost control, productivity tracking, and resource allocation

 Leadership & People Management

• Strong supervisory and team leadership skills
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop engineers, supervisors, and foremen
• Conflict resolution and decision-making under pressure
• Delegation and performance management skills

 Quality & HSE Awareness

• Solid understanding of QA/QC systems and inspection processes
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Ability to enforce safe work practices and lead by example
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and method statement reviews

Communication & Coordination

• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Strong reporting and presentation skills for progress and performance updates
• Cross-functional coordination with engineering, procurement, and planning teams

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

• Analytical approach to technical and operational challenges
• Ability to make sound decisions with limited time or incomplete information
• Proactive mindset toward issue prevention and continuous improvement

Commercial & Business Awareness

• Understanding of budgets, contracts, and commercial implications of decisions
• Ability to support tendering, variations, and change management
• Awareness of material costs, wastage control, and productivity impacts

Digital & Systems Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with project management, ERP, or fabrication tracking systems
• Ability to interpret progress reports, KPIs, and dashboards

 Professional & Personal Attributes

• High level of accountability and integrity
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Adaptability in fast-paced construction environments

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Department in planning, coordinating, and overseeing all metal construction activities.
• Ensure projects are executed in line with approved designs, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as Department Head in their absence, with full operational authority.
• Oversee fabrication, erection, and installation works for metal structures.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, and subcontractors.
• ​​​​​​​Review engineering drawings, method statements, and technical specifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support to engineering and site teams.
• Ensure implementation of quality management systems and inspection plans.
• Address non-conformities and drive continuous improvement in workmanship and processes.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams and external inspectors as required.
• Enforce HSE policies and safe working practices across all department activities.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Promote a strong safety culture within workshops and construction sites.
• ​​​​​​​Assist in manpower planning, skills allocation, and productivity optimization.
• Oversee use and maintenance of equipment, tools, and fabrication facilities.
• Support procurement planning for materials and subcontracted services.
• Monitor departmental costs and assist in budget control.
• Review material usage, wastage, and productivity reports.
• Support estimation and tendering activities with technical input when required.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Support progress meetings and technical discussions with stakeholders.
• Ensure timely communication of risks, changes, and project updates.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate engineers, supervisors, and foremen.
• Identify training needs and support skills development within the department.
• Contribute to performance reviews and disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Prepare and review departmental reports, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Drive improvements in productivity, quality, safety, and delivery processes.
• Support implementation of new technologies, systems, or best practices.

Location: Bayıl
Working Schedule:
      • Mon–Fri: 07:15 – 17:00
      • Saturday: 07:15 – 15:30
Provided: Lunch & Transportation
Salary: Based on interview result

Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.