Construction Manager

Experience

Job Summary

Construction & Site Management

• Manage day-to-day site construction activities in line with approved project plans
• Ensure works are executed as per approved drawings, specifications, and method statements
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, HSE, planning, and commercial teams
• Monitor manpower, equipment, and material resources to ensure productivity

Planning & Progress Control

• Support project planning by implementing approved construction schedules
• Monitor site progress and report delays or risks to senior management
• Coordinate with planners to implement recovery and acceleration plans

Subcontractor & Workforce Management

• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with project requirements
• Conduct daily and weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors
• Ensure subcontractor works meet quality, safety, and schedule expectations

Quality & Safety Compliance

• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures, ITPs, and inspection requirements
• Enforce HSE standards and promote a zero-accident culture
• Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi authority and consultant inspection requirements

Authority & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate inspections and approvals with DMT/ADM, ADDC, ADCD, and consultants
• Ensure timely closure of inspection comments and NCRs
• Support authority submissions and approvals as required

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress and site reports
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, manpower, and equipment
• Assist in preparation of handover and close-out documentation

Project Close-Out & Handover

• Support snagging, testing, commissioning, and handover activities
• Ensure completion of outstanding works prior to project handover
• Assist in final inspections and authority approvals

Education

• Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Experience

• 12 15 years of construction experience
• Strong experience in Abu Dhabi-based projects
• Experience in residential, commercial, infrastructure, or mixed-use projects

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of construction methods and sequencing
• Knowledge of Abu Dhabi construction regulations and authority processes
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, and MS Office

Competencies

• Strong leadership and site management skills
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience working with main contractors in Abu Dhabi
• Strong authority liaison and inspection coordination experience
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously