General Foreman (Civil, Finishing & MEP) – Building Projects

Gulf Contracting & Landscaping (GCL); Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Contracting & Landscaping (GCL) seeks an experienced General Foreman to supervise and coordinate civil, finishing, and MEP activities on site in Dubai. The role ensures execution is safe, efficient, and aligned with drawings, specs, quality standards, and schedules.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of General Foreman experience in building construction, with strong UAE/GCC exposure and proven ability to manage civil works, finishing, and MEP coordination on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical qualification in civil, electrical, or mechanical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience as a General Foreman in building construction.
• Strong UAE/GCC experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating civil, finishing, and MEP works.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities across civil, finishing, and MEP works.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and workforce teams.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage manpower allocation, productivity, and progress.
• Monitor quality of civil works, finishes, and MEP installations.
• Coordinate interfaces between Civil, Architectural, and MEP disciplines.
• Review drawings and ensure proper execution on site.
• Conduct inspections and rectify defects promptly.
• Ensure proper use of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Report progress, challenges, and site requirements to Construction Manager.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and safe working practices.
• Support project completion, snagging, and handover activities.

Skills

Site supervision

MEP coordination

Quality assurance

Project coordination

Education

Diploma in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical

Tools

Architectural finishing

Blockwork & Masonry

Flooring & Painting

HVAC coordination

MEP installations

Job description

We are seeking an experienced General Foreman – Civil, Finishing & MEP to supervise and coordinate site activities across civil, finishing, and MEP works. The role will ensure construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily site activities covering civil, finishing, and MEP works.
• Coordinate with Site Engineers, Supervisors, subcontractors, and workforce teams.
• Ensure works are executed as per approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage manpower allocation, productivity, and daily work progress.
• Monitor quality of civil works, architectural finishes, and MEP installations.
• Coordinate interfaces between Civil, Architectural, and MEP disciplines.
• Review drawings and ensure proper execution on site.
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure timely rectification of defects.
• Ensure proper use of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Report progress, challenges, and site requirements to the Construction Manager/Site Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and safe working practices.
• Support project completion, snagging, and handover activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Technical qualification / Diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical discipline is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience as a General Foreman in building construction projects.
• Strong UAE/GCC experience preferred.
• Experience managing civil works, finishing activities, and MEP coordination on large-scale projects.

Technical Skills:

• Architectural Finishing Works
• MEP Coordination
• Blockwork & Masonry
• Flooring, Painting & Fit-Out Works
• HVAC, Electrical & Plumbing Coordination