Senior Project Manager

Company not disclosed

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary not specified
Posted
Full-time
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Job Description

Job Title - Sr. Manager – Projects Location - Dubai Role Overview - Responsible for the end-to-end management and successful delivery of construction projects from design and tendering through execution, handover and closeout. Ensure projects meet approved *scope, cost, timelines, quality, functionality, safety and contractual requirements*, while leading project teams and coordinating consultants, contractors, suppliers, authorities and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities - * Define project scope, objectives, budgets, schedules and work plans; establish effective planning, tracking, governance and reporting systems. * Lead the complete project lifecycle including design, tendering, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover and closeout. * Manage consultants, designers, main/sub-contractors, suppliers and project resources; ensure performance, deliverables and contractual obligations are met. * Review designs, specifications, constructability, cost estimates and value-engineering proposals to achieve cost-effective, compliant and buildable solutions. * Coordinate statutory approvals, permits, NOCs and authority submissions, ensuring timely clearances. * Manage tendering and procurement including RFPs, BOQs, technical/commercial evaluations, contractor prequalification, negotiations, contract finalization and procurement budgets. * Administer contracts, monitor compliance, variations, claims, change orders, payment procedures, contractual correspondence and risks, with strong focus on claims avoidance. * Lead site execution through regular site visits, progress monitoring and coordination of technical/commercial teams; resolve construction, design, manpower and schedule issues promptly. * Control project *time, cost, quality, cash flow and resources*; maintain budgets, forecasts and financial reports and highlight deviations requiring management decisions. * Monitor contractor/subcontractor performance, construction schedules, quality standards, HSE requirements and environmental compliance. * Manage project risks, delays, disruptions, variations and extensions of time; develop corrective and contingency actions. * Lead progress meetings, stakeholder coordination and project reporting; maintain accurate project documentation and document control. * Coordinate with Finance and other departments to ensure accurate information flow and effective resource utilization. * Establish project governance and integrated operational plans; ensure lessons learned are captured and implemented. * Complete project closure, documentation, handover, snagging and resolution of post-handover issues. Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. * Minimum 10 years’ construction experience, including interiors and civil works. * UAE experience in high-rise residential and commercial towers is mandatory. * Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including FIDIC. * Comprehensive understanding of the construction process, building products, construction details, regulations and quality standards. * Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera and Aconex. * Strong leadership, communication, coordination, commercial and stakeholder-management skills.

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