Project Manager (Civil Defense)

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international construction firm based in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 20 years of experience in project management within the construction industry. The role involves implementing project management goals, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of building products and modern methods of construction.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in project management within the construction industry.
• At least 5 years of experience in Building project.
• Outstanding knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Implement program and project management goals defined by Client personnel.
• Provide management guidance on policy matters to Client personnel.
• Manage project budget and schedule as directed by Client personnel.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Building Construction Standards

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture

Job description

Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Implements the program & project management goals as defined, developed, and approved by authorized Client personnel; the contractor Program Manager (PgM) does not have the authority to unilaterally determine program and project requirements.
• Reviews provide management guidance and recommend courses of action on policy matters to Client personnel.
• Assures Client-determined goals are on schedule, cost, and budget.
• Assists Client personnel with managing the efficient and effective coordination and accomplishment of the planning, scoping, development, design, and construction of assigned projects.
• Assists Client personnel with integration of known requirements; manages project budget and schedule as directed by authorized Client personnel; and serves as a point-of-contact for assigned projects.
• Assists Client personnel to negotiate and integrate all functions (i.e., planning, design, cost engineering, construction, real estate, contracting, etc.), and consider customer needs and other agencies' commitments in support of assigned projects when recommending a comprehensive management plan.
• Assists Client personnel in integrating customer schedules and criteria, establishing project scope, schedules, and milestones, budgets, dependencies, and responsibilities of the participating parties, assumptions and risks, contingencies, and performance measurement criteria.
• Provides input to the operating budget related to projects assigned; the contractor PgM does not have the authority to make budget determinations without final approval of Client personnel.
• Assists Client personnel in training and mentoring initiatives by providing subject matter expertise and conveying cultural meaning and intent; e.g., coordinates, plans, develops, and evaluates training, training needs, and course objectives.
• Provides translation services, oral and written, for Client staff, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture.
• A total of 20 years of experience in project management within the construction industry; at least 5 years of relevant experience in Building project.
• Proven working experience in construction management or a similar role, with a demonstrated ability to tailor construction processes to align with the Client's goals, reflecting Stantec International's construction management standards.
• Outstanding knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards, committed to meeting or exceeding the Client's ethical and regulatory expectations, consistent with Stantec International's regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) that integrates innovative and sustainable construction practices, aligning with Stantec's commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements.