Project Manager | Royal Joinery

Vodafone; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the joinery and fit-out industry is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project execution in Abu Dhabi. This role involves coordinating activities between clients and contractors, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with design and construction standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management in the commercial and hospitality sectors, with a focus on joinery techniques.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in delivering fit-out projects (joinery).
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the joinery/ fit-out industry.
• Strong knowledge of joinery techniques, materials, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction process for fit-out projects.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and manage project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Design Management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

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 sub-contractors and third-party furniture suppliers. Our primary focus is on carpentry and woodwork specialties 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 fit-out 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 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 | Fit Out industry.

Strong knowledge of joinery techniques, materials, and processes.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

5 Years' experience in delivering Fit-out projects (Joinery).

Commercial & Hospitality industry experience is highly desirable.

TECHNICAL KSAs/ CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.

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

Professional level experience in projects 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.