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Position Overview:

The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of construction execution for a mixed-use development project, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

• Manage day-to-day construction operations across all phases from mobilization through handover

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using appropriate construction management software, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure milestone achievement

• Establish project governance structures and reporting protocols aligned with client requirements and organizational standards

• Serve as primary point of contact between the client, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors

• Administer construction contracts in accordance with FIDIC or other applicable contract frameworks

• Coordinate with main contractors and specialty subcontractors across multiple building types and systems

• Facilitate regular progress meetings and maintain clear communication channels with all project participants

• Enforce quality control procedures and conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and building codes

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies

• Monitor site health and safety compliance, ensuring contractor adherence to Dubai Municipality and client safety standards

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

• Minimum 5-8 years of construction project management experience with at least 5 years on large-scale mixed-use developments

• Proven track record delivering complex multi-discipline projects involving coordination of residential towers, retail podiums, and associated infrastructure

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS, or equivalent are highly preferred

• Comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies, building systems, and sequencing for mixed-use developments

• Proficiency in construction management software including Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost control systems

• Excellent problem-solving skills with capacity to make sound decisions under pressure

• Outstanding communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is advantageous