Construction Project Manager

Structural Preservation Systems; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

STRUCTURAL in the UAE seeks a Project Manager based in Abu Dhabi with potential assignments in Dubai to lead complex repair and restoration projects. You will manage self-performed works and oversee contracts, schedules and project profitability.

Ideal candidates have 5–12 years in commercial construction/restoration, strong English communication, and the ability to mentor teams. Arabic language is preferred. Travel within the GCC is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering/Construction Management or related field.
• 5-12 years of relevant experience in commercial construction/restoration.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication and technical writing.
• Ability to speak/write Arabic preferred.
• Proven ability to manage construction projects end-to-end.
• Experience with structural concrete repair, waterproofing, façade repair or historic restoration.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management/forecasting tools.
• Strong leadership to train and mentor teams.
• Team player with ability to manage multiple projects and ensure on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage self-performed complex repair and restoration projects.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions with internal teams.
• Develop and manage project schedules with field leadership.
• Maintain profit & loss responsibilities and other project financials.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and supervision to PMs, FM, PE and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with Estimators and Sales to review bids and develop proposals.
• Evaluate risk and loss exposure on managed projects.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and quality control on all projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical writing

Arabic (preferred)

Team leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Forecasting tools

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.

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 4500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL has been established in UAE since 2008 and has offices/operations in Qatar and KSA.

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to be based in our Abu Dhabi office. You could also support projects in Dubai. As a Project Manager for STRUCTURAL you will be responsible for managing complex construction projects that make the structures of the UAE and GCC stronger and last longer.

As a successful candidate you will be responsible for:

• Managing self-performed complex repair and restoration projects
• Preparing contracts and negotiating revisions while working with internal contracts teams as needed
• Developing and managing schedules in collaboration with field leadership
• Maintaining profit & loss responsibility as well as other project financials including projections etc.
• Providing strong leadership mentorship and supervision to Project Managers Field Managers Project Engineers and subcontractors
• Working closely with in-house Estimators and Sales teams to assist in reviewing bids and developing proposals.
• Evaluating risk and loss exposure on projects managed
• Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Demonstrating dedication to safety and quality control on all projects

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication and technical writing
• Bachelors degree in Civil/Structural Engineering/construction management or related field of study
• 5-12 years of relevant experience within the Commercial construction and / or restoration industry
• Ability to speak and write in Arabic preferred
• Demonstrated capability to successfully manage construction projects.
• Previous experience managing projects that include structural concrete repair waterproofing façade repair and/or historic restoration.
• Proven knowledge of computer-based programs including Microsoft Office as well as project management and forecasting tools
• Strong leadership skills to effectively train and mentor others.
• The ability to work effectively with a team
• Capable of managing multiple projects and ensuring successful and on-time delivery
• Job location is in the UAE with flexibility to travel within the GCC

Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive individual 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.

STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical dental insurance 401(k) paid holidays & vacation tuition reimbursement career development and growth opportunities and a caring work environment. EOE/M/F/D/V

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