Construction Manager

Structural Preservation Systems; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and repair firm is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee operations in the UAE, specifically from the Abu Dhabi office. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of construction experience, including 5 in supervisory roles, with a strong focus on concrete repair and safety. Responsibilities include managing field crews, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading project coordination efforts. The role offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in general construction with at least 5 years in a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent role.
• Experience in concrete repair, structural strengthening, and waterproofing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction leadership across UAE.
• Manage field operations and supervise crews.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Construction management

Safety adherence

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Intermediate computer skills

Job description

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve protect and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States with roughly 2500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.

We are currently recruiting for a Construction Manager to be based out of our Dubai or Abu Dhabi office and provide construction leadership across UAE. As a Construction Manager in UAE you will be responsible for providing high level field management to other Superintendents Foreman as well as our open-shop crews that make our nations structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair cathodic protection waterproofing and structural strengthening in commercial and industrial settings.

As a successful candidate you will also be responsible for:

• Working closely with Project Managers Division Managers and other leaders within the STRUCTURAL GC&C business line
• Participating in pre-project and pre-task planning activities then disseminating planning details to field crews
• Motivating team members to work together to accomplish tasks coordinate work activities with other construction project activities and assign work to employees based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs
• Ensuring crews are operating all tools and equipment in a safe proper and productive manner
• Providing training and assistance to crews in the performance of work-related tasks
• Assisting Project Managers in evaluating various production rates related to the project
• Completing all essential paperwork in a clear an accurate manner
• Interviewing and hiring of new field employees
• Providing leadership to our Companys Safety 24/7 culture

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division:

• High school degree or equivalent
• 10 years of experience in general construction with at least 5 of those years in a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent role
• Prior experience in general repair type projects to include concrete repair structural strengthening waterproofing corrosion control etc.
• Previous experience running 4 projects simultaneously - Ideally in an industrial construction environment
• Proven ability to supervise various levels of field managers as well as crews with minimal subcontract oversight
• Demonstrated ability to read interpret and execute to construction drawings and contract specifications
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display adherence to our Companys operating principles
• Proven experience to produce look-ahead schedules and work with other construction documents as required by the project
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the customer crew and project teams
• Intermediate computer skills and construction math skills

Our ideal Superintendent candidate is an innovative but decisive field manager who can work effectively in a highly collaborative team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

STRUCTURAL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance 401(k) paid holidays vacation tuition reimbursement career development and growth opportunities and a caring work environment.

EOE/M/F/D/V

Required Experience: Manager