Construction Manager

Structural Group, Inc; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services company in the UAE is seeking a Construction Manager to provide oversight for various projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience, including 5 years in a supervisory role, and a strong background in concrete repair and structural projects. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits within a culture focused on safety and quality.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in general construction, with 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in concrete repair and structural strengthening projects.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead field management across various projects.
• Coordinate work activities with project teams.
• Ensure safety and operational efficiency on site.

Skills

Construction management

Team leadership

Safety adherence

Communication

Project scheduling

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Construction drawings

Construction documents

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 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.

STRUCTURAL has been established in UAE since 2008 and has offices/operations in Qatar and KSA.

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 nation’s structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair, cathodic protection, waterproofing, and structural strengthening in commercial and industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• 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 and accurate manner
• Interviewing and hiring of new field employees
• Providing leadership to our Company's Safety 24/7 culture

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

Qualifications

• 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 construction drawings and contract specifications
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display adherence to our Company's operating principles
• Proven experience producing look‑ahead schedules and working 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.

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