Project Manager – Industrial Buildings & Steel Structures

PalladiumHR Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee industrial building projects, particularly in steel structures. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical engineering along with 10 years of project management experience. Key responsibilities include managing project execution from start to finish while ensuring compliance with time, budget, and quality targets. Strong leadership, communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools are essential.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in construction project management with strong exposure to industrial buildings.
• Proven experience working with steel structures (fabrication, erection coordination).
• Solid understanding of contractual terms, project controls and construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of industrial building projects including steel structure works.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Monitor site progress, quality, safety and compliance with project specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or related engineering field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Project Manager for a leading construction contractor specializing in industrial building projects including extensive steel structure works. The ideal candidate will oversee project execution from start to finish ensuring delivery within time, budget, and quality targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all phases of industrial building projects including steel structure works

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams

• Review project designs, contract documents, schedules, and resource plans

• Monitor site progress, quality, safety and compliance with project specifications

• Manage project budgets, cost control, variations and commercial issues

• Ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment and subcontractor packages

• Prepare and present progress reports to senior management and stakeholders

• Resolve technical and construction-related challenges on site

• Ensure adherence to authority regulations and approval requirements

• Drive project handover and close‑out activities

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or related engineering field

• 10 years of experience in construction project management with strong exposure to industrial buildings

• Proven experience working with steel structures (fabrication, erection coordination)

• Strong leadership, planning and communication skills

• Solid understanding of contractual terms, project controls and construction methodologies

• Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera and MS Office

• UAE experience preferred