Senior Projects Lead — Joinery & Interiors

Herringbone Interior Decoration LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Herringbone Interior Decoration LLC in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Project Manager for joinery and interior fit-out programs. You will oversee multiple projects from award to handover, coordinating with clients, consultants, suppliers, and factory teams.

Candidate should have a solid background in high-end residential, hospitality, or luxury projects, with 2+ years in managerial roles. Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera and AutoCAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred.
• UAE Driving License is a must.
• 2+ years of experience in joinery, interior fit-out, or construction project management.
• Minimum 2 years in a managerial role within a joinery manufacturing and installation environment.
• Strong experience managing high-end residential, hospitality, commercial, or luxury fit-out projects.
• Experience in UAE/GCC market preferred.
• Strong understanding of joinery manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret architectural, joinery, and shop drawings.
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera.
• Strong understanding of contracts, BOQs, variations, and project costing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple joinery and interior fit-out projects from award to handover.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress and ensure milestones per contracts.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Lead regular reviews with stakeholders.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers.
• Provide progress updates and manage client expectations.
• Coordinate with factory and site teams to communicate requirements.
• Ensure production and site activities align with drawings and specs.
• Control budgets, track variations, and review invoices.
• Coordinate procurement to ensure material availability.
• Maintain quality standards and conduct site inspections.
• Ensure UAE health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Lead and mentor project engineers and site staff.
• Prepare performance reports on cost, progress, and risks.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Risk management

Client communication

Contract understanding

Education

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

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Herringbone Interior Decoration LLC in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Project Manager for joinery and interior fit-out programs. You will oversee multiple projects from award to handover, coordinating with clients, consultants, suppliers, and factory teams.

Candidate should have a solid background in high-end residential, hospitality, or luxury projects, with 2+ years in managerial roles. Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera and AutoCAD is preferred.