Construction Project Manager

Hilti Asia IT Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Dubai to drive project success across multiple stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have 6-8 years of project management experience, particularly in construction or Oil & Gas sectors. Strong contract management and strategic thinking skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

Opportunities for international experience

Career development options

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in project management within the construction or Oil & Gas sectors.
• Solid knowledge of contract management, including negotiation, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• High self-motivation and energy, with a passion for driving project success.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead capture team to maximize profitability standards on assigned projects.
• Create a project plan, set objectives, and orchestrate project team.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering

Job description

Main Responsibilities

Build and lead capture team to maximize topline and meeting profitability standards (P&L) on an assigned project portfolio.

• Responsible for project management with an end to end approach, from acquisition to orders’ execution;

Responsible for managing internal and external stakeholders.

Responsible for project compliance with local Hilti rules and guidelines.

Project Management

Create a plan, set objectives and must win battles, plan resources and orchestrate project team starting from early stages of the projects.

Regular meetings with relevant stakeholder from design stage to execution.

Arrange periodic internal meetings (capture team meetings) with the Hilti team ensuring targets achievement, review milestones, risks, and performance.

Provide regular updates towards Sales VP on progress on the targeted projects.

Teamwork and development

Establish excellent working relationships with all relevant Hilti functions from Project Management Office to Fulfillment, Engineering and Sales.

As Project Manager, you will assign team responsibilities, allocate resources, and oversee task execution throughout all project phases.

Ensure clarity on individual roles across Engineering, Fulfillment, Sales, and the Project Management Office.

Drive accountability across functions by setting clear expectations and following up on deliverables.

Actively coach and support indirect team members, providing technical and operational guidance.

Share best practices, support knowledge transfer, and maintain strong communication to align all functions toward successful project delivery.

Year upon year we are recognized as one of the top 'Great Place to Work' employers, both globally and locally.

And when you meet us you'll understand why.

We have a diverse team of people with a variety of nationalities, backgrounds and experiences.

Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter where you’re from.

What do we offer?

Show us what you’re made of and we’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets.

It’s a great way to find the right match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you’re after.

What You Need Is

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering

6–8 years of experience in project management within the construction or Oil & Gas sectors, including exposure to data center construction projects

Solid knowledge of contract management , including negotiation, compliance, and risk mitigation

Strong strategic thinking with the ability to plan and prioritize in complex environments

High self-motivation and energy, with a passion for driving project success

Results-driven mindset, with a focus on delivering outcomes on time and within budget

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Proven ability in stakeholder management, relationship building, and contract negotiation

A target-oriented and solution-focused approach to problem-solving and decision-making

Why should you apply?

Show us what you’re made of and we’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets.

It’s a great way to find the right match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you’re after.

Year upon year we are recognized as one of the top 'Great Place to Work' employers, both globally and locally.

And when you meet us you'll understand why.

We have a diverse team of people with a variety of nationalities, backgrounds and experiences.

Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter where you’re from.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 6-8 years of project management experience in construction or Oil & Gas sectors.

Strong skills in contract management, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management are essential.