Senior Design Project Manager (Abu Dhabi)

KEO International Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

KEO International Consultants invites applications for a Project Manager (Design) based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role focuses on leading design projects across mixed-use developments, ensuring integrated multidisciplinary delivery and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, budget, risks and team performance, while coordinating with sub consultants and KEO divisions to achieve design excellence and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Ten years of relevant experience on mixed-use, large-scale projects.
• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering required; advanced degrees beneficial.
• APM or PMP certification would be an advantage.
• Licensed as a Professional Architect or Engineer by an internationally recognized body.
• Experience managing entire project lifecycles through post-occupancy.
• Proficient with MS Office; proficient with 2D/3D software including Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of project scope from setup to coordination meetings.
• Plan and manage schedule, budget, staffing, and work plans.
• Identify and mitigate risks; resolve issues with systematic analysis.
• Collaborate with Technical Leaders to promote interdisciplinary design.
• Ensure QA/QC standards across all technical areas.
• Track financial performance: work plan, schedule, fees, billings and collections.
• Communicate clear project objectives to stakeholders and client.
• Lead project team performance and coordinate with divisions and consultants.

Skills

APM certification

PMP certification

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Licensed Architect

Licensed Engineer

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Master's or PhD advantage

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

KEO International Consultants invites applications for a Project Manager (Design) based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role focuses on leading design projects across mixed-use developments, ensuring integrated multidisciplinary delivery and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, budget, risks and team performance, while coordinating with sub consultants and KEO divisions to achieve design excellence and on-time delivery.