Senior Project Manager
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About the Role
Location Requirement This role is based full‑time in Madinat Zayed, with regular coordination across Abu Dhabi and other project sites as required. Role Overvie wThe Senior Project Manage r will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of design and construction projects from concept through handover.
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Location Requirement
This role is
based full‑time in Madinat Zayed
, with regular coordination across Abu Dhabi and other project sites as required.
Role Overvie
wThe
Senior Project Manage
r will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of design and construction projects from concept through handover.
The role requires a strong technical background in
desig
n, the ability to review and challenge design proposals, and deep understanding of the
full design lifecycl
e—from feasibility and concept development to IFC drawings, construction, and close‑out
.
The SPM will act as the primary interface between internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and senior leadership, ensuring that all design and construction activities align with project objectives, timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirement
s.
Key Responsibilit
- **iesDesign Oversi**
- ght — Lead and manage the full design lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project scope, standards, and client requiremen
- **ts.Design Rev**
- iew — Review architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist design packages; provide recommendations, identify gaps, and ensure technical accura
- **cy.Stakeholder Coordinat**
- ion — Liaise with design consultants, contractors, authorities, and internal teams to ensure seamless project progressi
- **on.Project Plann**
- ing — Develop project plans, schedules, and resource allocations for design and construction phas
- **es.Risk & Issue Managem**
- ent — Identify design and construction risks early and implement mitigation strategi
- **es.Construction Oversi**
- ght — Monitor site progress, ensure adherence to IFC drawings, and resolve design‑related issues during executi
- **on.Quality Assura**
- nce — Ensure compliance with design standards, building codes, and project specificatio
- **ns.Budget & Cost Cont**
- rol — Support cost planning, value engineering, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecyc
- **le.Report**
- ing — Prepare progress reports, design review summaries, and executive updat
- **es.Handover Managem**
- ent — Oversee testing, commissioning, and final documentation to ensure smooth project close‑o
- ut.
Required Experience & Qualificat
- ionsBachelor’s degree
- in Architec
- tu
- re, Enginee
- ring, or related field; Master’s degree prefer
- red.Mini
- mum 14 y
- ears of experience in design and construction project managem
- ent.Strong background
- in design develop
- me
- nt, design re
- view,
- and technical coordina
- t
- ion.Proven experience manag
- ing full design lifec
- ycle projects (concept → schematic → detailed → IFC → construction → handov
- er).Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and major contract
- ors.Solid understanding of UAE building codes, authority requirements, and construction standa
- rds.PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is an advant
- age.Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management ski
- lls.
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