Head of Projects

RecruitMe Plus; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitMe Plus invites applications for Head of Projects / Projects Manager in Dubai to lead planning and execution of F&B construction and fit-out projects across a hospitality portfolio. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong engineering background, and a proven record in high-end hospitality developments.

Responsibilities include end-to-end project management, detailed planning, cost control, and stakeholder coordination, with a focus on delivering on time, within budget, and

Qualifications

• Minimum years of experience in project management within hospitality or F&B.
• Proven track record in managing 5-star hotel or high-end F&B construction and fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP civil works interior finishes and kitchen installations relevant to F&B environments.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
• Strong budgeting planning and cost-control experience.
• Familiarity with regional authority approvals permits and HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for all new restaurant openings and refurbishments.
• Develop detailed project plans including timelines budgets resource allocation and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with architects consultants contractors suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure design alignment and seamless project execution.
• Oversee construction and fit-out works ensuring compliance with quality safety and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize costs without compromising design integrity or guest experience.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts ensuring adherence to agreed SLAs and performance standards.
• Standardize project management procedures and reporting frameworks across all development projects.
• Monitor and report project KPIs to senior management highlighting risk opportunities and progress status.
• Ensure handover of completed sites to Operations with complete documentation and snag-free delivery.
• Lead a multidisciplinary project team and mentor junior project engineers and coordinators.

Job description

Job Title: Head of Projects / Projects Manager

About the Company

Our client is a dynamic hospitality group recognized for creating trendsetting F&B concepts that blend creativity quality and experience. With several well-loved brands under its umbrella from artisanal bakeries to lifestyle-driven restaurants the group continues to redefine the casual dining scene across the GCC.

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates

Position Summary

The Head of Projects / Projects Manager will be responsible for leading planning and executing all F&B construction and fit‑out projects across the Company portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with proven experience managing high‑end 5-star hospitality or F&B projects. This role demands hands‑on leadership strategic planning and exceptional stakeholder management to ensure all projects are delivered on time within budget and in accordance with the highest quality standards.

Specific Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end project management for all new restaurant openings and refurbishments.
• Develop detailed project plans including timelines budgets resource allocation and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with architects consultants contractors suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure design alignment and seamless project execution.
• Oversee construction and fit‑out works ensuring compliance with quality safety and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize costs without compromising design integrity or guest experience.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts ensuring adherence to agreed SLAs and performance standards.
• Standardize project management procedures and reporting frameworks across all development projects.
• Monitor and report project KPIs to senior management highlighting risk opportunities and progress status.
• Ensure handover of completed sites to Operations with complete documentation and snag‑free delivery.
• Lead a multidisciplinary project team and mentor junior project engineers and coordinators.

Requirements

• Minimum 812 years of experience in project management within hospitality or F&B.
• Proven track record in managing 5-star hotel or high‑end F&B construction and fit‑out projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP civil works interior finishes and kitchen installations relevant to F&B environments.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong budgeting planning and cost‑control experience.
• Familiarity with regional authority approvals permits and HSE regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• PMP PRINCE2 or relevant Project Management Certification (preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD MS Project Primavera or similar project management and design tools.
• Strong leadership problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Architecture or Construction Management.
• Masters Degree in Engineering or Project Management is a plus.