Assistant Manager - Delivery

Budge Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major real estate developer based in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Delivery to manage retail delivery fit-out processes. The role requires 5+ years in interior design or retail delivery, with strong client-facing experience and a deep understanding of UAE construction requirements. The successful candidate will oversee process documents, liaise with government agencies, and ensure compliance with standards in project delivery. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an interior design company or retail delivery.
• Deep understanding of UAE and GCC retail construction requirements.
• Strong understanding of approvals processes and fit-out activities.

Responsibilities

• Instigate and update retail delivery process documents.
• Liaise with Government agencies for approvals.
• Monitor compliance with statutory agencies.
• Manage information flow between stakeholders.
• Compile lists of consultants and contractors.
• Brief tenants and contractors on guidelines.
• Manage design submission and approvals process.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Analytical skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Planning and organization skills

Education

Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Job description

Assistant Manager – Delivery Our client, one of the largest developers in the Middle East and North Africa region based in Abu Dhabi, is currently looking for an Assistant Manager – Delivery who will support and manage and coordinate the retail delivery fit‑out process from unit handover, interior design and construction to successful completion in accordance with the company’s objectives (assets and developments), balancing and meeting requirements for consistent standards, premium quality and expeditious delivery. You will be the primary point of contact for all design & fit‑out matters between the Tenant and the company’s Project team, Asset Management, Estates, Portfolio, Design and Infrastructure and Legal. Reporting to the Director of Retail Leasing, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Instigate, develop, populate and update Retail Delivery process documents & guidelines.
• Meet with relevant Government agencies to adopt best practices for approvals & fit‑out processes and maintain the highest standards of interaction between the agencies and the company.
• Monitor company’s compliance with statutory agencies for issue of essential base build approval.
• Liaise with PM regarding retail construction program, snagging, conduct final unit inspection and document handover to Retail Delivery when practically complete ensuring sufficiency of services for end use.
• Assist in managing the information flow and issue of documentation and drawings between Tenants, Retail Leasing, Project Team and Asset Team to achieve all commercial targets.
• Compile pre‑qualified lists of consultants, contractors and suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Brief tenants, contractors and consultants by providing specific and current guidelines, describing process, site logistics etc., and issuing all necessary documents and approvals required for permits in a timely manner.
• Manage the concept & detail design submission and approvals process – coordinate necessary approvals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an interior design company or in a Retail Delivery role.
• Deep understanding of the UAE and GCC retail construction requirements.
• Strong client‑facing experience.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of approvals processes, fit‑out activities and procedures.

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrated skills in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong conflict resolution/management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning and organization skills.

Education

• Degree in Architecture or Interior Design or equivalent.