Senior Project Manager (Buildings and Hospital)

American Society of Safety Professionals; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the field of science, technology, and engineering seeks a Senior Project Manager specializing in buildings and hospital projects. This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing project timelines and budgets. Candidates should possess extensive experience in the healthcare facilities sector and demonstrate strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in buildings and healthcare facilities.
• At least 7 years in a project manager role.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primary interface between the client, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead project governance and oversee design compliance.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Buildings and Hospital)

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Role : Senior Project Manager (Buildings and Hospital)

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface between the client, contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure the project is delivered in alignment with the client's vision, budget, and timeline.
• Lead project governance processes, including approvals, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee design development and review for compliance with hospital / Building codes (e.g., FGI, NFPA, HTM).
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (architects, MEP, structural, medical planners).
• Ensure project milestones, procurement schedules, and budgets are established and maintained.
• Ensure compliance with fire and life safety, infection control, and environmental health regulations.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and adherence to specifications.
• Conduct site inspections, technical audits, and project reviews.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor budgets, value engineering proposals, and contractor claims.
• Assist the client in contractor evaluations, tendering, and change order management.
• Ensure proper planning and execution of testing & commissioning (T&C) for MEP and hospital systems.
• Oversee handover process, including snagging, documentation, training, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with medical equipment vendors, ICT providers, and FM teams for integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in buildings and healthcare facilities, with at least 7 years in a project manager role.
• Deep understanding of regulations, codes, and authority processes.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Proficient in project malmanagement tools and reporting system
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

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