Construction Manager – High-Rise & Towers (Civil)

ATGC Transport and General Contracting L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

ATGC Transport and General Contracting L.L.C. is seeking a Construction Manager to lead on-site execution of high-rise superstructure works in UAE. You will oversee core & shell construction, self-climbing formwork, PT slabs, vertical logistics, and coordination with civil builder's works, ensuring safety and quality.

Responsibilities include managing formwork, rebar, pumps, tower cranes, and MCA/ITP adherence, while driving floor cycle targets and resolving NCRs with the supervision team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• 15–20+ years of civil construction site experience in UAE.
• 10–12+ years as Construction Manager with a Main Contractor executing high-rise superstructure frames (G+30 to G+60+).
• Deep technical command of self-climbing jump-form systems, post-tensioned concrete, high-pressure vertical concrete pumping, climbing tower crane logistics, and high-rise civil builder's works.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Primavera P6, MS Project, and project documentation platforms (Aconex/Procore).

Responsibilities

• Lead core & shell superstructure execution from ground floor to topping out.
• Direct vertical framing, self-climbing forms, PT slabs, and concrete pumping logistics.
• Oversee vertical logistics, crane operations, and material staging.
• Ensure QA/QC, ITPs, WIRs, NCR resolutions, and safety standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

MS Project

Aconex

Procore

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

MS Project

Aconex

Procore

Job description

The Construction Manager is directly responsible for leading and executing all superstructure civil and structural works on-site—starting from the ground floor slab/substructure handover through to self-climbing core walls, post-tensioned slabs, vertical concrete pumping, structural topping out, external masonry, and civil builder's works.

Key Responsibilities

1. Core & Shell Superstructure Execution

• Take over site custody at ground slab level to commence superstructure vertical framing.
• Direct hydraulic self-climbing / jump-form core wall systems, slip-forms, post-tensioned (PT) slab systems, heavy rebar placement, and high-strength concrete casting.
• Drive floor-to-floor structural cycle times (targeting optimized 4–6 day cycles) by coordinating formwork stripping schedules, rebar coupler assembly, and PT tendon stressing.
• Manage high-rise concrete pumping logistics: high-pressure stationary pumps, static slicklines, self-climbing concrete placing booms, mix design compliance, and pour rate management.

2. Vertical Site Logistics & Equipment Operations

• Manage vertical site logistics: climbing tower crane operations, high-speed passenger/material hoists, cantilevered loading platforms, and perimeter climbing safety screen systems.
• Plan and control material staging yards, rebar fabrication yards, formwork maintenance, and vertical steel/concrete lifting sequences.
• Coordinate vertical distribution of structural concrete, reinforcement steel, formwork tables, and masonry materials across active floors.

3. Architectural Civil & Builder's Works

• Oversee structural release dates to facilitate early facade bracket anchor embeds and masonry blockwork.
• Manage internal civil/builder's works: high-rise blockwork, internal brickwork, concrete housekeeping pads/bases, floor screeding, and wet area waterproofing.
• Coordinate civil openings, blockout sleeves, wall chasers, and cast-in embeds (BWIC) prior to concrete pours.
• Ensure lift shaft civil compliance (vertical plumbness, divider beams, pit waterproofing, and hoistway tolerances) prior to elevator handovers.

4. Technical Coordination, Quality & HSE

• Enforce strict adherence to approved Civil/Structural Method Statements, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and structural specifications.
• Manage structural QA/QC processes, ensuring prompt clearance of Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with the Supervision Consultant.
• Review structural working drawings and Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) to resolve rebar congestion, cold joint locations, and constructability issues before casting.
• Champion high-rise site civil safety: edge protection, drop prevention platforms, heavy lifting protocols, and tower crane operations safety.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Structural Floor Cycle: Maintaining the target floor-to-floor cycle speed (e.g., 4–6 days per floor).
• Structural Quality: Zero major structural non-conformances (NCRs) and first-time pass rates on structural WIRs.
• Concrete & Rebar Yield: Minimizing rebar scrap percentage and concrete wastage against BOQ allowances.
• Safety Record: Zero lost-time injuries (LTI) on structural, heavy lifting, and formwork operations.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Total Experience: 15 to 20+ years of civil engineering and construction site experience in UAE.
• Minimum 10 to 12+ years specifically as a Construction Manager with a Main Contractor executing high-rise superstructure frames (G+30 to G+60+ storeys).
• Technical Mastery: Deep technical command of self-climbing jump-form systems, post-tensioned concrete, high-pressure vertical concrete pumping, climbing tower crane logistics, and high-rise civil builder's works.
• Software & Tools: AutoCAD, Primavera P6 (working knowledge for look-ahead schedules), MS Project, and Document Management platforms (e.g., Aconex, Procore).