Project Manager & Project & Store Design

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

Job summary

A leading retail group in Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver retail and building projects. The ideal candidate will manage projects from concept to completion, aligning with client requirements and ensuring high-quality standards. With 8-10 years in construction and proven retail project experience, this role requires excellent organizational and leadership skills. Join a collaborative team to shape the retail landscape and achieve impactful results.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in the construction industry, with recent years in a project management capacity.
• Proven experience delivering retail commercial fit-out projects is a must, preferably in department stores.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project execution plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage end-to-end project timelines, milestones, and construction phases.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & Financial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Leadership & Team Management

Customer Focus & Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver retail and building projects across the Group. In this role, you will manage projects from concept through to completion, ensuring alignment with client requirements, quality standards, budgets, and timelines. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, principals, landlords, consultants, and contractors to bring our retail visions to life.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with strong project leadership and technical experience in construction and fit‑out within the retail environment.

Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Execution

• Develop comprehensive project execution plans in collaboration with Business, Design, and Developers.
• Manage end-to-end project timelines, milestones, design deliverables, and construction phases.
• Lead tendering activities, including vendor selection, evaluation, and recommendations.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct design reviews and coordinate with all stakeholders including Marketing, Landlords, and authorities.
• Monitor progress against project programs and provide ongoing updates to senior management.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Financial & Contract Management

• Work closely with QS to prepare CAPEX and validate completed works for accurate payments.
• Manage contract deliverables and ensure full close-out upon project completion.
• Control budgets and ensure efficient use of resources to meet financial targets.

Operational Excellence

• Prepare weekly reporting on project and store rollout progress.
• Identify risks, provide solutions, and drive timely resolution.
• Conduct snagging, final inspections, and ensure smooth handovers to Operations.

People Leadership

• Guide and mentor junior team members to drive high performance and develop future talent.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent construction‑related technical field.
• Alternatively, a relevant tertiary qualification with extensive industry experience.

Experience

• 8-10 years of experience in the construction industry, with recent years in a project management capacity.
• Proven experience delivering retail commercial fit‑out projects is a MUST, preferably in department stores.
• Excellent in MS Office applications, Microsoft Project or similar and Auto CAD.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus & Collaboration
• Integrity & Trust
• Learning Agility
• Managing Diversity
• Drive for Results
• Effective Delegation & Priority Setting
• Leadership & Team Management
• Strong Communication skills
• Stakeholder Management and ability to work with all levels of management.
• Planning & Organization skills
• Risk & Issue Management
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Budgeting & Financial Acumen
• Technical/Domain Knowledge
• Quality Management
• Emotional Intelligence - remains calm under pressure.
• Adaptability & Resilience

Why Join us?

At Al Tayer, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the retail landscape across the region. You'll work with a highly collaborative team, diverse stakeholders, and dynamic brands as part of a culture that values innovation, excellence, and growth.