Design and Construction (D&C) Sub-region (Middle East and Africa) Senior Project Manager

JPMorganChase; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead impactful real estate projects across the Middle East and Africa. This role involves strategic planning and execution, ensuring alignment with wellness and sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience in corporate construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in project management tools. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape innovative workspaces.

Qualifications

• Extensive work experience in managing corporate construction/fit-out projects.
• Direct experience in commercial buildings, office renovations, and workplace planning.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for project delivery.
• Lead technical due diligence efforts with transaction and engineering teams.
• Manage procurement processes engaging consultants and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Management

Programming and Space Planning

Fiscal Accountability

Education

Undergraduate or professional degree in construction, project management, engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

Are you ready to lead impactful real estate projects in the Middle East and Africa? Join our dynamic team at J.P. Morgan in Dubai where your expertise will shape innovative workspaces and drive business synergy. We offer unparalleled opportunities for career growth and a collaborative environment where your skills and passion will make a significant impact.

As a Senior Project Manager within the Global Real Estate D&C team, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of projects across the Middle East and Africa. You will manage the entire lifecycle of construction projects ensuring alignment with wellness, sustainability, and business objectives. Your role will involve strategic planning, execution, and collaboration with key partners to deliver workspaces that enhance our firm's culture and hospitality.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for project delivery incorporating market nuances and best practices.
• Lead technical due diligence efforts in collaboration with transaction and engineering teams.
• Manage procurement processes engaging consultants and suppliers effectively.
• Oversee planning and design ensuring alignment with business and commercial intents.
• Manage contractors and suppliers ensuring risk management and site safety.
• Ensure workspaces meet wellness, sustainability, and regulatory standards.
• Act as integrator for overall program coordination with CAO partners and Technology.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and manage project budgets effectively.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Undergraduate or professional degree in construction, project management, engineering, or related fields.
• Extensive work experience in managing corporate construction/fit-out projects.
• Direct experience in commercial buildings, office renovations, and workplace planning.
• Strong programming and space planning skills, and proven fiscal accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard project management tools.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, preferably in EMEA markets and corporate real estate organizations.

Required Experience: Senior IC