Head of Project Management

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams on high-rise mixed-use developments. The ideal candidate should have over 18 years of extensive project management experience, including expertise in construction and financial controls. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential. This role involves compliance with regulations, effective communication, and frequent travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• 18+ years in large-scale real estate project management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in construction, contracts, and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary project management team.
• Develop and implement robust project management frameworks.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and procurement.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Monitor project progress and identify risks.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management frameworks

Risk management

Communication

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary project management team across various high-rise mixed-use developments.
• Develop and implement robust project management frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and teamwork.
• Travel frequently to project sites locally and internationally to oversee progress and resolve issues on the ground.

Qualifications

• 18+ years in large-scale real estate project management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in construction, contracts, and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.