Project Manager

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a luxury residential construction firm in the UAE, is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead high-end villa and custom home projects from inception to handover. You will manage budgets, schedules, quality, safety, and client expectations while ensuring compliance with Dubai Municipality standards.

The ideal candidate has 12-15+ years in construction project management, with 5-7 years in residential/villa work, and a proven track record delivering ground-up luxury homes on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 12–15+ years in construction project management with 5–7 years in residential/villa construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle from pre-construction to handover for luxury villas.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and clients to meet design intent.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, variations, and cost control.
• Procure and manage subcontractors and suppliers; tendering and contract negotiation.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with drawings and standards.
• Manage client communications and provide regular progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and safety protocols.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues promptly.
• Oversee multiple villa projects balancing quality and profitability.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client communication

Leadership

Risk management

Site inspections

Health & safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Buildertrend

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of villa and residential house construction projects from inception to final handover. This includes managing budgets, schedules, quality, safety, subcontractors, and client expectations while ensuring compliance with local building codes, regulations, and high-end finish standards typical in luxury residential projects.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in custom/luxury villa construction, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while delivering on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle: pre-construction planning, site mobilization, construction execution, and handover of luxury villas, custom homes, or residential houses.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers using tools like MS Project, Primavera, or Buildertrend.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, interior designers, and clients to ensure design intent is met and value engineering is applied where needed.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, including cost estimation, value engineering, variations, and final cost control to prevent overruns.
• Procure and manage subcontractors and suppliers: issue tenders, evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance for quality, safety, and timeliness.
• Conduct regular site inspections, supervise daily operations, and ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, materials, and workmanship standards.
• Manage client communications: conduct regular progress meetings, provide weekly updates/reports, handle client requests/changes, and maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations (e.g., Dubai Municipality standards, building codes, safety protocols, and environmental requirements in the UAE or equivalent).
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; resolve issues, disputes, and change orders promptly.
• Oversee health & safety on site, implement safety protocols, and ensure zero major incidents.
• Manage multiple villa/house projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and profitability.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 12 - 15+ years of experience in construction project management, with at least 5-7 years specifically in residential/villa construction (luxury/custom high-end villas strongly preferred).
• Proven track record of delivering ground-up villa projects or high-end residential homes on time and within budget.