Senior Project Manager: Infrastructure & Landscaping

GLS Landscaping & Contracting; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

GLS Landscaping & Contracting seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead infrastructure, external works, and landscaping projects across multiple sites in the UAE. You will drive planning, execution, and successful delivery within time and budget constraints.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction with 5+ years as PM, PMP preferred, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to coordinate diverse teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in construction with minimum 5+ years as Project Manager on infrastructure, external works, and landscaping projects.
• Strong experience in managing full project lifecycle — planning to handover.
• Proven track record in delivering landscape & infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Deep knowledge of external works, utilities, roads, hardscape, softscape, and irrigation systems.
• Strong experience in project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and site teams.
• Experience in contract administration and consultant/client coordination.
• Strong control over project budgets, variations, and change management.
• Experience in authority approvals and inspections (UAE preferred).
• Ability to review drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Strong coordination with QS, procurement, engineering, and HSE teams.
• Experience in risk management and mitigation planning.
• Knowledge of UAE construction standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-quality construction projects across multiple sites.
• Oversee full project lifecycle from planning to handover.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and clients to meet requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Decision making

Cross-functional teamwork

Negotiation

Deadline management

Pressure handling

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Master's Degree in Project Management / Construction Management

Job description

GLS Landscaping & Contracting seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead infrastructure, external works, and landscaping projects across multiple sites in the UAE. You will drive planning, execution, and successful delivery within time and budget constraints.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction with 5+ years as PM, PMP preferred, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to coordinate diverse teams and stakeholders.