Operations Leader: Interior Fit-Out & Project Delivery

AW Connect

Dubai

On-site

AED 500,000 - 700,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

AW Connect in Dubai seeks an experienced operations leader to oversee project delivery, quality and team performance across interior contracting. You will lead projects from award to handover, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to high standards.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage design, project management and specialist delivery teams, drive financial control, coordinate with accounting for payments, and maintain strong client relationships while resolving issues

Qualifications

At least 12 years of experience in UAE fit-out or interior contracting.
At least five years of experience leading project management and design teams.
Strong commercial judgement and a disciplined approach to quality.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate teams.
Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Own project schedules, budgets and margins across all active projects.
Lead and develop designers, architects, project managers, site supervisors and specialist teams.
Verify progress against contract milestones to support accurate client invoicing.
Work with Accounting to keep client payments on schedule.
Address quality inspection findings and manage snagging through to final handover.
Resolve delivery issues and maintain strong client relationships.
Report weekly on project progress, cost variances, payment status and client concerns.