Construction Manager

Overview

Construction Management

• Lead all onsite construction activities related to civil and underground infrastructure works.
• Manage construction execution in accordance with project schedules, specifications, drawings, and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate daily activities of contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and site supervision teams.
• Ensure efficient deployment of manpower, equipment, and materials.

Civil & Underground Scope Oversight

• Manage and supervise works including but not limited to:
• Piling and deep foundation systems
• Excavation and trenching activities
• Underground utility installation
• HDPE, GRP, ductile iron, and reinforced concrete piping systems
• Stormwater, sewer, potable water, and drainage networks
• Electrical and communication duct banks
• MV/LV cable laying and underground cable installations
• Road subgrade and civil infrastructure interfaces
• Review and monitor construction schedules and recovery plans.
• Coordinate interfaces between civil, MEP, utility, and infrastructure packages.
• Participate in constructability reviews and work sequencing.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, quality standards, and local authority regulations.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and construction procedures.
• Support QA/QC teams in inspections and resolution of non-conformance reports (NCRs).

Health, Safety & Environment

• Promote and enforce a strong HSE culture across all site activities.
• Ensure compliance with all project HSE policies and procedures.
• Participate in risk assessments and toolbox talks.

Reporting

• Monitor productivity and progress.
• Prepare weekly and monthly construction progress reports for senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering.

Experience

• Minimum 20+ Years of which at least 12–15 years of construction experience in major infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing civil and underground utility works on large-scale developments.
• Strong knowledge of underground utility systems, foundation works, and heavy civil construction methodologies.
• Experience working in the Middle East/GCC region is an advantage.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability under demanding project conditions.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.