Senior Construction Manager

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for a significant hospital project in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and extensive experience in managing large-scale projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project quality, safety, and compliance while leading a team of professionals. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact the success of vital healthcare infrastructure.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of overall experience.
• Minimum of 12 years in project construction.
• Experience with hospital or large/complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead PMC staff to control project quality, safety, and cost objectives.
• Maintain communication with the Company Project Manager.
• Prepare reports on project issues and recommend solutions.

Skills

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Safety Management

Communication

Education

B. Sc. in Civil Engineering

Higher qualification

Job description

Hill International (Middle East) is a US-based Project Management and Claims Consultancy firm with offices worldwide. With over 4,800 employees across 100 offices, Hill provides program management, project management, construction management, and consulting services. Engineering News-Record recently ranked Hill as the 8th largest construction management firm globally.

Hill International is seeking a Senior Construction Manager with strong hospital project experience or experience in complex/large projects for an ongoing project in Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications:

• B. Sc. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or higher qualification
• At least 15 years of overall experience
• Minimum of 12 years in project construction
• Experience in hospital projects or large/complex projects
• Experience with building projects; experience with infrastructure is a plus
• Background in QAQC

Duties:

• Lead PMC staff to control project quality, safety, progress, and cost objectives, ensuring proper documentation control per company requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain communication with the Company Project Manager regarding project progress and concerns.
• Propose PMC procedures to ensure compliance with contract and company standards.
• Establish and maintain project procedures for design and construction supervision.
• Prepare reports on project issues and recommend solutions.
• Advise on potential variations impacting scope, cost, or schedule.
• Plan PMC mobilization, demobilization, leave, and replacements.
• Assess variations and claims, reporting to management.
• Advise on project schedule slippages and corrective actions.
• Participate in audits and review monthly progress invoices.
• Oversee PMC staff performance and compliance.
• Review reports from contractors, providing feedback on non-compliance or concerns.
• Evaluate change requests and recommend actions.
• Attend and contribute to project meetings.

Supervision of PMC Team:

• Ensure PMC procedures are approved and implemented.
• Conduct induction for PMC staff.
• Ensure staff awareness of project requirements and documentation.
• Review design, tender, and contract documents for deficiencies.
• Review contractor site organization and personnel.
• Monitor contractor equipment and manpower proposals.
• Oversee subcontractors, vendors, and material submittals.
• Visit sites regularly for monitoring and advising.
• Manage RFIs, quality, safety, and progress issues.
• Lead review of construction methodology, safety, and quality plans.
• Oversee pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate final inspections, punch list, and closeout documentation.