Head of Projects

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dubai is seeking an experienced Head of Projects / Projects Manager to lead F&B construction projects. The role requires overseeing project management from planning to execution, ensuring high-quality standards and effective stakeholder management. Ideal candidates should have 8-12 years of relevant experience, a degree in engineering or construction management, and be fluent in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-12 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 projects.
• Fluency in English and Arabic required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for all new restaurant openings and refurbishments.
• Develop detailed project plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors for seamless project execution.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera

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.