Project Manager - Client Side - Dubai

NSR Associates; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NSR Associates in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan and manage the execution of retail/building projects from inception to completion, coordinating with Clients, Principals, Landlords and authorities to meet quality, budget and timeline targets. The role requires 8+ years in construction, a Civil Engineering degree, and strong leadership and communication skills.

PMP/PRINCE2 certification is an advantage; you will develop schedules, budgets and risk registers while

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' work experience in construction with recent project management roles.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of project planning tools, budgeting, contract administration, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Develop strategic program detailing key milestones from concept to handover.
• Review and approve contractor drawings with stakeholders (Business, Marketing, Landlords, authorities).
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure materials meet client specs and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with QS to produce CAPEX for new projects, timely submission for review.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Contract administration

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job description

Job Purpose: To plan and manage the execution of retail / building projects of the Group from inception to completion by effectively managing Clients, Principals, Landlords, statutory authorities and contractors, materials procurement and all applicable/ available resources to ensure completion of the projects within the agreed specification/ quality standards, budgets and timelines so as to meet clients' communicated objectives.

Duties:

• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Develop project strategic program detailing key milestones including concept and detail design delivery, procurement of direct supply items, contractor's scope of work extending to construction period and handover date to the Client
• Review and approve the drawings submitted by contractors and ensure that they are examined by all parties concerned i.e., Business, Marketing, Landlords and local authorities
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure that the materials meet all client specifications, coordinate with all concerned to ensure adherence to quality, health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with QS to produce the CAPEX for all new projects, in a timely manner and submit to Business for review and approval

People Management Roles and Responsibilities:

• Guide and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 8 years' work experience in the construction industry with latter years in a responsible project management position working across Residential, Industrial, Commercial and Retail schemes.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification relevant to construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of project planning tools, budgeting, contract administration, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other recognized project management certification is an advantage.