Project Manager - Building Construction

Al Marwan Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Marwan Group in the UAE is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Building Construction to lead end-to-end delivery of mega-scale high-rise projects.

The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years in building construction, proven success managing 50+ storey towers and deep-basement works, and strong leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10–15 years of post-graduate experience in building construction.
• Mandatory proven experience managing 50+ storey high-rise projects in the UAE.
• Strong experience with 4+ level deep-basement construction, excavation, shoring, dewatering.
• Advanced knowledge of high-rise construction methodologies and forms.
• Strong understanding of UAE regulations, approvals, HSE standards, and local codes.
• PMP certification is expected.
• CEng, MCIOB, or MRICS certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete lifecycle of high-rise building construction projects from mobilisation through final handover.
• Oversee deep excavation, dewatering, shoring, diaphragms, raft foundations, and superstructure works.
• Manage project cost, programme, quality, HSE, resources, and delivery performance.
• Coordinate with Client, Consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and UAE authorities.
• Lead approvals, inspections, NOCs, and handover requirements with the Commercial team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

PMP certification

CEng

MCIOB

MRICS

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM (4D/5D)

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development, and hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Building Construction to lead the end-to-end delivery of mega-scale high-rise building projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing 50+ storey high-rise buildings and complex deep-basement structures, from mobilisation through testing, commissioning, and final handover.

The role requires strong leadership, technical, commercial, planning, stakeholder-management, and project-delivery capabilities within the UAE construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete lifecycle of high-rise building construction projects, from mobilisation through final handover.
• Oversee complex construction activities including deep excavation, dewatering, shoring, secant/diaphragm walls, raft foundations, and high-rise superstructure works.
• Manage project cost, programme, quality, HSE, resources, productivity, and overall delivery performance.
• Coordinate closely with the Client, Consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and relevant UAE authorities.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow, variations, value engineering, and FIDIC-based contractual requirements in coordination with the Commercial team.
• Lead authority approval processes, inspections, NOCs, and requirements for project completion and handover.
• Develop and implement effective site logistics strategies, including tower cranes, material hoists, vertical transportation, and concrete pumping systems.
• Monitor the critical path and proactively address construction, procurement, technical, logistical, and schedule-related risks.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including Construction Managers, MEP, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, and Commercial teams.
• Ensure strict compliance with UAE construction regulations, HSE standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Utilise Primavera P6/MS Project for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and progress control.
• Coordinate BIM activities for clash detection, sequencing, coordination, and progress monitoring.
• Provide regular project performance updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Drive timely completion of the project while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and commercial performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 10–15 years of post-graduate experience in building construction.
• Mandatory proven experience managing 50+ storey high-rise projects in the UAE.
• Strong experience with 4+ level deep-basement construction, excavation, shoring, dewatering, and complex urban projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of high-rise construction methodologies, including post-tensioned slabs, high-strength concrete, jump-form/slip-form systems, and façade/curtain wall installation.
• Strong understanding of UAE building regulations, authority approvals, HSE requirements, and applicable local standards.
• Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary construction teams and major project budgets.
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Practical knowledge of BIM, including 4D/5D BIM applications.
• PMP certification is expected.
• CEng, MCIOB, or MRICS certification will be an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, stakeholder-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong experience working with major developers, consultants, subcontractors, and authorities in the UAE.