Senior Project Manager - Villas

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced individual to manage large-scale construction projects. Applicants must hold a degree in engineering or a related field and have 15+ years of hands-on experience in complex construction projects. Responsibilities include communication with clients, overseeing project management, and ensuring all operations meet required standards. Strong management skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering or a business-related discipline is required.
• Post-graduate education such as an MSc or PhD is highly desired.
• 15 or more years of experience on complex, end-to-end construction projects.
• On-site project experience from design to completion is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Communicate continuously with client representatives about project progress.
• Oversee the day-to-day construction project management.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications and client requirements.
• Inspect and approve completed projects, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Engineering degree

15+ years construction project experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong management of large teams

Familiarity with design analysis

Excellent MS Office skills

Education

Degree in engineering or business

Post-graduate education (MSc/PhD)

Tools

MS Office

Primavera

Job description

Hill International Project Management Consultancy

Hill International with more than 3200 professionals in 100 offices worldwide provides program, project, and construction management along with other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. With over 10000 project assignments and a total construction value of more than $600 billion, Hill is the 4th largest project and construction management firm in the U.S. and the 6th largest overall U.S. construction management firm by engineering news‑record magazine.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with client representatives continuously regarding project progress and areas of concern.
• Participate in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for the construction project.
• Develop and/or administer project budgets, fiscal controls, contracts, and quality‑control provisions.
• Oversee all aspects of day‑to‑day construction project management.
• Review and interpret proposed designs, architectural drawings, and building specifications for appropriateness to required function and institutional standards; initiate revisions as appropriate and advise consultants and clients on optimal solutions.
• Ensure that project operations comply with design specifications and client requirements.
• Direct work sequencing to expedite project delivery and minimize disruption of ongoing operations.
• Inspect, approve, and accept completed projects for the institution, ensuring conformance with institutional standards, building and life‑safety codes, and architectural/engineering specifications.
• Research and prepare various reports related to operations, equipment, policies, procedures, and other issues as appropriate.
• Remain informed of relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health policies, manuals, and procedures in place within Hill International and ensure continued compliance while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• A degree in engineering or a business‑related discipline is required.
• Post‑graduate education such as an MSc or PhD is highly desired.
• 15 or more years of experience on complex, end‑to‑end construction projects.
• Experience in report writing.
• Experience in contractual administration.
• On‑site project experience from initial design through to handover and completion is mandatory.
• Adequate work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to think ahead, identify new opportunities, and create innovative approaches to work‑related issues.
• Familiarity with design (space & functional analysis, operator/client liaison, cross‑disciplinary coordination, construction interfaces, programming, cost control).
• Strong management of large teams and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated determination, desire to succeed, and willingness to progress within a commercial role.
• Excellent working knowledge of Word, Excel, and strong user skill level within MS Office or Primavera.
• Excellent numerical and communication skills.