Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Redfish Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Redfish Solutions in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager for design practice leadership. You will oversee projects from inception to delivery, coordinating consultants and contractors to meet time, budget, and quality targets.

The role requires 10+ years of multidisciplinary design/construction experience, with 6 years in the UAE, and a Bachelor’s (Architectural) degree. Full-time on-site position with opportunities to drive standards and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years delivering large-scale multidisciplinary design and construction projects.
• 6 years in the UAE.
• Experience with reputable consultancies or contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of major projects, aligning with client objectives and financial targets.
• Develop execution, quality, and delivery plans with monitoring and progress reporting.
• Coordinate with clients, internal teams, subconsultants, and contractors for smooth delivery and compliance.
• Support procurement activities including subconsultant appointments and contract management.
• Manage risk registers and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee design coordination, change management, and approvals.
• Attend client, technical, and coordination meetings.
• Promote quality, innovation, and continuous improvement across all project stages.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Architectural degree

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Job Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode:

On-site

Date Posted:

7 October 2026

Job Reference/ID:

AF-83-1IUO6C05L

Job Description / Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for a design practice in Dubai. This role involves managing project design and delivery from inception through completion, overseeing consultants and contractors, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the delivery of major projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, contractual obligations, and financial targets.
• Develop project execution plans, quality plans, and delivery schedules, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting of progress.
• Coordinate with clients, internal teams, subconsultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery and compliance with authority requirements.
• Support procurement activities including subconsultant appointments and contract management.
• Manage project risk registers and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee design coordination, change management processes, and approvals.
• Attend and contribute to client, technical, and coordination meetings.
• Promote a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement across all stages of the project.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary design and construction projects.
• 6 Years in the UAE.
• Previous experience with reputable consultancies or contractors.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Architectural degree is a must.

Skills Required:

• Proven leadership skills.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Company Industry:

Construction

Department / Functional Area:

Project Management

Closing Date:

30 November 2026