Project Manager Civil

SAM Building Contracting (L.L.C); Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Project Manager to oversee civil and structural steel construction projects in Dubai. You will lead planning, scheduling, budget control, and coordination between clients, consultants, authorities, and subcontractors to deliver safely, on time and within contract requirements.

The role requires 10–15 years’ experience in relevant projects, a civil/structural engineering background, and proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, and AutoCAD. PMP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• PMP certification preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience in civil and structural steel construction.
• Experience in industrial, commercial, warehouse, factory, or high-rise projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, project planning, and cost control.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD or related CM software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project execution plans, construction methodologies, and work schedules.
• Review contract documents, drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Establish project objectives, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Monitor progress against baseline and recovery programs.
• Identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Direct site construction activities and ensure proper sequencing to meet milestones.
• Coordinate steel fabrication, delivery, erection, and related civil works.
• Review and manage subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Handle contract administration and variation claims.
• Monitor budgets, cost reports, and cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure quality, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Project Planning

Cost Control

Team Leadership

Contract Management

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Position: Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, monitoring, and successful completion of civil and structural steel construction projects, ensuring that the works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1) Project Planning & Management

• a) Develop and implement project execution plans, construction methodologies, and work schedules.
• b) Review contract documents, drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• c) Establish project objectives, milestones, and resource requirements.
• d) Monitor project progress against approved baseline and recovery programs.
• e) Identify risks and implement mitigation measures.

2) Construction Management

• a) Direct and supervise all site construction activities related to civil, structural steel, architectural, and MEP interface works.
• b) Ensure proper sequencing of activities to achieve project milestones.
• c) Coordinate steel fabrication, delivery, erection, and associated civil works.
• d) Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• e) Resolve technical and operational issues affecting project progress.

3) Contract Administration

• a) Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project specifications.
• b) Manage correspondence with clients, consultants, authorities, and subcontractors.
• c) Review and submit claims for variations, extensions of time (EOT), disruption, and additional costs.
• d) Monitor contractual notices and maintain proper project records.

4) Cost Control & Budget Management

• a) Monitor project budgets and expenditures.
• b) Review monthly cost reports and cash flow forecasts.
• c) Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety.
• d) Approve procurement plans and material requisitions.
• e) Evaluate and certify subcontractor payments.

5) Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• a) Review and update project schedules regularly.
• b) Monitor productivity and resource utilization.
• c) Conduct weekly and monthly progress reviews.
• d) Implement corrective actions to address delays.
• e) Prepare progress reports for management and clients.

6) Quality Management

• a) Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• b) Implement and monitor Project Quality Plans (PQP).
• c) Review inspection and test plans (ITPs), method statements, and material approvals.
• d) Ensure timely closure of NCRs, observations, and punch list items.

7) Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• a) Promote a strong safety culture across the project.
• b) Ensure compliance with project HSE plans and local regulations.
• c) Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits.
• d) Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• e) Ensure safe erection of structural steel and lifting operations.

8) Procurement & Resource Management

• a) Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• b) Ensure timely availability of construction materials and resources.
• c) Monitor steel fabrication schedules and delivery programs.
• d) Manage project manpower requirements and productivity.

9) Stakeholder Coordination

• a) Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, authorities, subcontractors.
• b) Attend project meetings and represent the contractor professionally.
• c) Coordinate authority inspections, approvals, and permits.
• d) Ensure effective communication among all project stakeholders.

10) Team Leadership

• a) Lead and motivate project engineers, site engineers, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, and support staff.
• b) Delegate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
• c) Conduct performance evaluations and provide technical guidance.
• d) Foster teamwork and professional development.

11) Authority & Decision-Making

• a) The Project Manager is authorized to:
• b) Allocate project resources.
• c) Approve construction methodologies.
• d) Manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• e) Recommend procurement and budget expenditures.
• f) Represent the company in project-related meetings and communications.
• g) Initiate corrective actions to maintain project objectives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of project within approved schedule.

• Achievement of budget targets.

• Safety performance and zero lost-time incidents.

• Quality compliance and reduction of NCRs.

• Client satisfaction.

• Successful management of variations and claims.

• Timely project handover and closeout.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.

• PMP certification (preferred).

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in civil and structural steel construction projects.

• Experience in industrial, commercial, warehouse, factory, or high-rise building projects.

• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project planning, and cost control.

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, and construction management software is an added advantage.