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ALFIRAS General Contracting seeks an experienced Construction Manager with a civil engineering background and extensive UAE experience in hotel construction. The role leads on-site construction activities for high-quality hospitality projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and compliance with safety standards.
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a strong civil engineering background and extensive UAE experience in hotel construction projects.
The role is responsible for leading on-site construction activities, ensuring successful execution of high-quality hospitality developments delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with project specifications, authority regulations, and safety standards.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record with reputable main contractors in the UAE and hands-on experience delivering 4-star and 5-star hotel projects from structural works through finishing, testing, commissioning, and handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all site construction activities for project from mobilization to handover.
- Oversee civil works execution including excavation, substructure, superstructure, and finishing works.
- Coordinate closely with Project Manager, consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives.
- Ensure adherence to project schedule, budget, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
- Manage site teams including engineers, supervisors, foremen, and subcontractor workforce.
- Monitor daily site progress and implement corrective actions to avoid delays.
- Ensure strict compliance with QA/QC procedures and hotel brand quality standards.
- Coordinate integration of civil, architectural, structural, and MEP works.
- Manage site logistics, materials, and resource planning efficiently.
- Lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with UAE authority regulations and HSE requirements.
- Support procurement and technical evaluation of subcontractors and materials.
- Oversee testing, commissioning support, snagging, and final handover activities.
- Maintain strong coordination with consultants and client representatives to resolve site issues.
- Drive productivity, cost efficiency, and construction sequencing optimization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory).
- Minimum 15 years of experience in construction.
- Proven UAE experience with reputable main contractors (Mandatory).
- Strong hands-on experience in hotel construction projects (4-star / 5-star).
- End-to-end experience in hotel project lifecycle (from excavation to handover).
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing, and finishing standards in hospitality projects.
- Experience managing large site teams and subcontractors.
- Solid understanding of UAE authority approvals, regulations, and compliance standards.
- Proficient in project execution planning, site coordination, and progress control.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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