Project Manager - Construction

ARCO TURNKEY SOLUTIONS CONTRACTING LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO TURNKEY SOLUTIONS CONTRACTING LLC in Dubai seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead planning and execution of medium- to large-scale construction projects. You will develop execution plans, schedules, and milestones while coordinating with clients, consultants and subcontractors to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, 10–15 years of experience, and preferred PMP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in construction.
• 5+ years in a Project Manager or leadership role.
• Experience managing medium- to large-scale construction projects.
• Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project teams.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• UAE construction project experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop project execution plans, construction methodologies, and detailed schedules.
• Establish milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements; monitor progress.
• Lead project engineers, site engineers, and subcontractors; manage communications.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and standards; manage variations and claims.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, suppliers; conduct regular progress meetings.
• Oversee procurement, schedule adherence, and weekly/monthly reports.
• Maintain HSE compliance and quality management; close out non-conformances.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Scheduling

Quality control

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

A Project Planning and Execution

Develop project execution plans construction methodologies and detailed project schedules Establish project milestones deliverables and resource requirements Manage all project activities from mobilization to completion and handover Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to avoid delays Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings and specifications

B Budget and Cost Control

Prepare and monitor project budgets and cash flow forecasts Control project expenditure and minimize unnecessary costs Review and approve project-related expenditures within delegated authority Monitor variations claims and additional works Coordinate with the commercial and quantity surveying teams on cost management

C Project Team Management

Lead and manage project engineers construction managers site engineers supervisors and subcontractors Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance Coordinate with consultants clients suppliers and subcontractors Conduct regular project coordination and progress meetings Resolve technical and operational issues affecting project delivery

D Schedule and Progress Management

Ensure projects are delivered within the approved contractual timeframe Review construction schedules and monitor critical activities Identify potential delays and implement recovery plans Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports Coordinate procurement and material delivery schedules

E Quality Control

Ensure compliance with project specifications approved materials and applicable standards Coordinate inspections and testing with consultants and relevant authorities Ensure proper implementation of the project quality management plan Monitor and close out non-conformance reports NCRs Ensure completed works meet contractual and client requirements

F Health Safety and Environment HSE

Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and applicable regulations Promote a safe working environment across all project activities Coordinate with the HSE team to conduct safety inspections and risk assessments Ensure corrective actions are implemented for safety observations and incidents

G Contract and Stakeholder Management

Maintain effective communication with clients consultants and other stakeholders Monitor contractual obligations and project deliverables Manage variations extensions of time claims and contractual correspondence in coordination with the commercial team Attend client and consultant meetings Ensure timely resolution of contractual and project-related issues

H Project Completion and Handover

Manage testing commissioning and project closeout activities Ensure completion of snagging and de-snagging works Coordinate preparation of as-built drawings O M manuals warranties and handover documentation Ensure final project handover and client acceptance Conduct post-project reviews and document lessons learned

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.Minimum 10–15 years of experience in the construction industry.Minimum 5 years of experience in a Project Manager or equivalent leadership position.Proven experience managing medium- to large-scale construction projects.Experience in managing contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project teams.Professional certifications such as PMP or equivalent are preferred.Experience in UAE construction projects and knowledge of local authority requirements is an advantage.