Project Executive

Careers International; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers International in Dubai seeks a Project Manager to lead and deliver industrial warehouse construction and office fit-out projects from planning through handover. You will coordinate design release, mobilize resources, manage budgets, and ensure UAE regulatory compliance on site.

This role demands hands-on site leadership, detailed scheduling, supervision of subcontractors, and strict adherence to safety, quality, and financial controls to achieve on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• 2–6 years of UAE experience in industrial/warehouse construction or office interior fit-out.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently from start to handover.
• Strong understanding of UAE authority approval processes.
• UAE-based with a valid UAE driving license (own car preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, and Excel reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and mobilize projects with scopes, timelines, manpower, materials, and cash flow.
• Translate drawings into sequenced site activities and develop WBS.
• Lead on-site execution, manage subcontractors, and monitor material usage.
• Prepare approvals, RFQs, and manage variations and payments.
• Maintain project documentation, weekly reports, and compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Regulatory knowledge

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Role Objective

Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for industrial warehouse construction and office fit-out projects — from planning and mobilization to execution, commissioning, and final handover. This role acts as the single point of accountability on-site and functions as the operational extension of management. The position requires a strong balance of strategic planning, technical oversight, and day-to-day site coordination to ensure timely, cost-controlled, and compliant project delivery within UAE standards.

Core Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Mobilization

• Develop complete project plans covering scope, timelines, manpower allocation, material planning, and cash-flow requirements.
• Translate architectural/structural drawings into practical, sequenced site activities.
• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, and cost breakdowns to avoid budget deviations.
• Create method statements and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).

2. On-Site Execution & Coordination

• Lead daily site operations to ensure progress aligns with approved schedules.
• Manage subcontractor deployment, manpower utilization, and workflow sequencing.
• Monitor material usage; ensure proper housekeeping, safety, and site discipline.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and weekly progress review meetings.

3. Vendor, Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Source, evaluate, and onboard subcontractors with complete technical documentation.
• Prepare RFQs, perform technical & commercial evaluations, and negotiate rates.
• Manage progress billing, variation claims, and payment certifications with proper documentation.

4. Authority Approvals & Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare and submit required documents for approvals/NOCs from DCD, Trakhees, JAFZA/NIP, Dubai Municipality, and other relevant authorities.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, safety codes, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain and update approval trackers; coordinate inspections and certifications.

5. Project Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain DPRs, site diaries, snag lists, variation logs, and closure documents.
• Submit weekly management reports with status updates, risks, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure adherence to internal SOPs and maintain documentation accuracy and traceability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory)
• 2-6 years of UAE experience in industrial/warehouse construction or office interior fit-out
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently from start to handover
• Strong understanding of UAE authority approval processes
• Must be UAE-based with a valid UAE driving license (own car preferred)
• Strong knowledge of project sequencing, BOQs, and cost control
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, and Excel reporting