Project Manager

Role summary

Project delivery

• Manage projects from pre-construction through completion and close-out; review scope, drawings, specifications, and programmes.
• Develop schedules, procurement plans, and resource allocation; coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal teams.
• Lead design coordination, RFIs, shop drawings, and material submittals; monitor site progress, quality, safety, and compliance.
• Conduct project meetings and prepare progress reports; maintain client relationships through proactive communication.
• Manage budgets, risks, variations, and programme recovery; oversee inspections, testing, commissioning, snagging, and handover.
• Coordinate defect rectification during the Defects Liability Period and complete approvals, warranties, documentation, and handover manuals.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field; a diploma is also listed as required.
• At least 5 years of Project Manager experience in an interior fit-out or construction company in the UAE; an application question separately asks for at least 3 years of interior fit-out project management experience.
• Experience delivering luxury residential or high-end commercial projects; strong knowledge of construction, procurement, planning, and contract administration.
• Experience with approval procedures, site regulations, and project requirements for major UAE developers and community authorities.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project teams; strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, organization, and attention to detail.

Tools and preferred qualifications

• Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office proficiency is advantageous.
• A UAE driving licence is preferred.

Work location

• Work location is in person.