Construction Manager

Desert Man Transporting & Contracting - SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP L.L.C.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Man Transporting & Contracting - SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP L.L.C. is seeking an experienced Construction Manager in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and extensive experience in the construction industry. This role requires proficiency in project management and leadership of site teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of construction industry experience, with at least 5 years in a Construction Manager role.
• Proven experience managing building, infrastructure, or civil construction projects in the UAE.
• UAE driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, contractual requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Construction methodologies

Project management principles

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Primavera P6

Project management software

Job description

Company: Desert Man Transporting and Contracting

Job Title: Construction Manager

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Construction, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure

Job Summary

Desert Man Transporting and Contracting is seeking an experienced and results-driven Construction Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from planning through completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects including planning, execution, monitoring and closeout.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, contractual requirements, and company policies.
• Lead site teams and supervise engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality, safety, and productivity standards are maintained.
• Review project drawings, specifications and technical documents.
• Prepare progress reports and present project updates to management and clients.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental (HSE) requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years of construction industry experience, with at least 5 years in a Construction Manager role.
• Proven experience managing building, infrastructure or civil construction projects in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project management principles, and local regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Primavera P6, and project management software.
• UAE driving license preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification is an advantage.
• Experience working on government, commercial, residential, or infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of contract administration and cost control.