Construction Manager

United Al Saqer Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

United Al Saqer Group is seeking an experienced Construction Manager for Dubai projects. You will lead site teams, plan execution, manage budgets, ensure compliance with design specs, safety standards and contractual obligations.

You will coordinate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to drive on-time delivery. The role requires a Bachelor's in civil engineering and 8–10 years in civil construction, with leadership experience on large residential, commercial, or infrastructure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop project execution strategies, construction schedules, and resource plans.
• Monitor baseline vs. actual progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Identify risks, delays, and mitigation measures to maintain project timelines.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient utilization of manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Supervise site engineers, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure productivity and adherence to plans.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Resolve technical challenges, site constraints, and operational issues effectively.
• Ensure implementation of QA/QC procedures and compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Enforce HSE policies, safety regulations, and environmental requirements on site.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and coordination meetings to uphold quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate closely with QA/QC teams for inspections, ITP compliance, and approvals.
• Support preparation and evaluation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims and variation orders.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, claims, and variations in coordination with the commercial team.
• Assist in contract administration, progress billing, and cost control processes.
• Ensure proper documentation of site instructions, variations, and approvals.
• Act as the main point of contact with clients, consultants, and authorities on site-related matters.
• Attend progress meetings and provide accurate updates on construction status.
• Ensure client requirements and contractual obligations are met.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the site team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Establish and track KPIs to ensure team productivity and project targets are achieved.
• Prepare and present progress reports, schedules, and performance dashboards to senior management.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and quality excellence.
• Coordinate with planning and cost control teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and constraints proactively.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to maintain project performance and delivery targets.

Skills

Civil Construction Management

Project Planning & Scheduling

Quality Control & HSE Management

Contract & Commercial Coordination

Stakeholder & Client Management

Leadership & Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Royal International Construction is a relatively new name in the UAEs vibrant construction scene, but it is one that harnesses the strengths and heritage of its founders and the expert talents of its proactive management team. The company currently employs over 500 construction experts located throughout the UAE, with an unparalleled skillset covering finance, architecture, design, mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as project management. We also have an in-house team dedicated to producing high-standard technical bids and comprehensive and competitive commercial tenders.

Summary:

The Construction Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and supervising construction projects from initiation through completion. The role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with design specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual obligations. The Construction Manager leads site teams and coordinates with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve successful project execution.

Location: Dubai

What will it be like to work for United Al Saqer Group?

Established more than 37 years ago, the United Al Saqer Group (UASG) is one of the leading multi-sector business groups in the United Arab Emirates. The UASG owns and operates a diverse yet complementary portfolio of six UAE-based companies encompassing a number of key industry sectors, which includes Abu Dhabi Motors, Dalma Motors, Al Saqer Heavy Equipment, Al Saqer Property Management, Awraq Islamic Financial Brokerage, Royal International Construction, and Royal Joinery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Strategy
   • Develop project execution strategies, construction schedules, and resource plans.
   • Monitor baseline vs. actual progress and implement corrective actions where required.
   • Identify risks, delays, and mitigation measures to maintain project timelines.
   • Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery.
2. Site Management & Supervision
   • Oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient utilization of manpower, materials, and equipment.
   • Supervise site engineers, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure productivity and adherence to plans.
   • Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
   • Resolve technical challenges, site constraints, and operational issues effectively.
3. Quality, Safety & Compliance
   • Ensure implementation of QA/QC procedures and compliance with project specifications and standards.
   • Enforce HSE policies, safety regulations, and environmental requirements on site.
   • Conduct regular inspections, audits, and coordination meetings to uphold quality and safety standards.
   • Coordinate closely with QA/QC teams for inspections, ITP compliance, and approvals.
4. Contract & Commercial Coordination
   • Support preparation and evaluation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims and variation orders.
   • Monitor subcontractor performance, claims, and variations in coordination with the commercial team.
   • Assist in contract administration, progress billing, and cost control processes.
   • Ensure proper documentation of site instructions, variations, and approvals.
5. Stakeholder & Client Coordination
   • Act as the main point of contact with clients, consultants, and authorities on site-related matters.
   • Attend progress meetings and provide accurate updates on construction status.
   • Ensure client requirements and contractual obligations are met.
6. Team Leadership & Reporting
   • Lead, mentor, and manage the site team, fostering a high-performance culture.
   • Establish and track KPIs to ensure team productivity and project targets are achieved.
   • Prepare and present progress reports, schedules, and performance dashboards to senior management.
   • Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and quality excellence.
7. Risk Management & Project Controls
   • Coordinate with planning and cost control teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.
   • Identify, assess, and manage project risks and constraints proactively.
   • Implement corrective and preventive actions to maintain project performance and delivery targets.

Qualifications & certifications & Experience (Mandatory & Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8–10 years in civil construction projects, with minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in a leadership role within the relevant field is required
• Proven experience managing large-scale residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, contracts, and project controls.

Skills & Competencies (Technical, Behavioral and Soft)

Technical Skills:

• Civil Construction Management
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Quality Control & HSE Management
• Contract & Commercial Coordination
• Stakeholder & Client Management
• Leadership & Team Developmen

Behavioral Skills & Competencies:

• Customer Focus - Understands customer challenges and takes initiative to resolve them effectively
• Accountability and Ownership - Manages projects with minimal supervision and ensures quality results
• Agility and Adaptability - Manages change smoothly and supports others during transitions
• Collaboration & Influence - Builds networks across functions and resolves conflicts constructively
• Result Orientation - Sets clear goals and works proactively to achieve high performance

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