Project Manager (Joinery & Fitout) | Royal Joinery

United Al Saqer Group; Musaffah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family group in the UAE seeks a Project Manager to oversee joinery projects in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing design, scheduling, and budget, along with ensuring compliance and conducting site inspections. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in construction management, 5+ years of experience in Joinery/Fitout projects, and strong communication skills in Arabic and English. A competitive benefits package is offered for successful candidates.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5 Years' experience in delivering Joinery/Fitout Projects.
• Experience in the Commercial & Hospitality industry is highly desirable.
• Professional certification in project management, such as PMP, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design and construction process for Joinery projects.
• Administer complex contracts and ensure compliance.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor project progress and quality.

Skills

Joinery techniques

Strong communication skills

Project management practices

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

Royal Joinery:

Royal Joinery has its own dedicated workshop to assist clients on high-profile projects that require international expertise and a degree of workmanship that eliminates the need to source subcontractors and third-party furniture suppliers. Our primary focus is on carpentry and woodwork specialities across a wide variety of projects and sectors through the delivery of sophisticated, qualified experts in their field and innovative techniques and equipment.

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the fit-out phase of RJ projects within the schedule and budget while meeting or exceeding quality standards. The role will involve coordinating and liaising closely between clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. Support the project teams in all aspects of fit-out and finishes, including design development, procurement, and construction.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY / BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES

Design & Construction Process:

Manage the design and construction process for Joinery projects, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Design Management:

Undertake full design management and manage design teams in the development of design solutions to meet the client’s expectations and budget.

Team Lead:

Manage project teams to ensure that the contractor’s design is done in compliance with the contract.

Contract Administration:

Administer complex contracts, proactively managing and confirming the compliance of contractors/consultants to the contract terms and conditions.

Site Inspections:

Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor the progress, quality, and safety of work performed by a contractor.

Compliance:

Ensure compliance throughout all projects with relevant specifications, standards, health and safety regulations, environmental policies, and general duty of care.

Procurement:

Support in the compilation of tender documents and critically reviewing tender returns, contract negotiations, award of contracts and client reporting.

Meetings:

Lead project meetings and communicate project status and issues to stakeholders.

Project Documentation:

Manage project documentation, including drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project-related documentation.

Ad-hoc Reporting:

Prepare and deliver ad hoc reports required by the General Manager

Benefits

In return, we offer you a path towards your most rewarding career and an opportunity to be part of one of the leading family groups within the UAE. Additionally, we provide a competitive benefits package for all successful candidates.

Location: Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in construction management/ engineering or related discipline.

Proven experience as a Project Manager in the Joinery Industry.

Strong knowledge of joinery techniques, materials, and processes.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

5 Years’ experience in delivering Joinery/Fitout Projects

Commercial & Hospitality industry experience is highly desirable.

TECHNICAL KSAs/ CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.

Professional-level experience in project operation practices and systems, such as Microsoft.

Project, Primavera P6, or Procore.

Good understanding of construction contracts and leases, able to interpret drawings and

specifications.

Professional certification in project management, such as PMP, is a plus.