PROJECT MANAGER CIVIL

Project Manager — High‑Rise Building

Position summary

• Lead planning, coordination, execution and handover of high‑rise residential/commercial building projects from preconstruction through final commissioning and closeout.
• Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety and regulatory requirements while managing stakeholders, consultants and contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Project planning: develop project execution plan, baseline schedule, risk register, procurement strategy and cost estimates.
• Schedule & cost control: create/update detailed schedules (critical path), monitor progress, produce forecasts, implement corrective actions to control schedule and budget.
• Contract & procurement management: prepare/issue RFPs, evaluate bids, administer contracts (GCs, subcontracts, consultants), manage change orders and claims.
• Construction management: oversee site operations, coordinate trades, ensure constructability, monitor productivity, enforce quality control and commissioning plans.
• Design coordination: manage design team (architects, MEP, structural), review drawings/RFIs/submittals, resolve design issues and coordinate value engineering.
• Risk, compliance & safety: implement risk mitigation, ensure compliance with local building codes/permitting, enforce site safety programs and QA/QC procedures.
• Stakeholder & client management: provide regular progress reports, manage expectations, coordinate with owners, lenders, authorities having jurisdiction and community stakeholders.
• Team leadership: lead project team (engineers, site managers, planners), mentor staff, conduct performance reviews and resource planning.
• Documentation & closeout: maintain project documentation, prepare as-built drawings, handover packages, warranties and final accounts.

Required experience & education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 14+ years progressive construction/project management experience with minimum 7–9 years on high‑rise projects (20+ stories).
• Proven experience managing large budgets, multi‑disciplinary teams, and complex MEP/structural coordination.

Technical skills & certifications

• Strong knowledge of high‑rise construction methods, sequencing, slipform/timbering/CLT/steel/RC systems as applicable.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), BIM coordination (Revit/Navisworks) and cost control software.
• Certifications preferred: PMP, CCM, CFM, NEBOSH/OSHA 30, LEED AP or local equivalent.
• Solid understanding of local building codes, fire & life safety systems, façade engineering and temporary works.

Core competencies

• Proven leadership, negotiation and contract administration skills.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to manage risk and change.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, make data‑driven decisions and enforce site discipline.

Pay: AED14,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person