Assistant Project Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates
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Project Manager
Job summary
A construction company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Manager (Civil Engineer) to lead and deliver residential villa projects from tender to handover. The role involves managing contractors, timelines, and compliance with design standards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, has at least 3 years of project management experience, and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English. Proficiency in project management tools and a valid UAE driving license are required. PMP certification is an advantage.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years experience in construction project management.
- Ability to manage contractors and site works.
- Strong technical understanding of architectural and MEP coordination.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of construction projects.
- Define project scope and deliverables with stakeholders.
- Supervise site works and ensure quality compliance.
- Monitor construction progress and resolve technical issues.
- Prepare project schedules and budgets.
Skills
Education
Tools
We are looking for a project manager to lead and deliver construction projects — mainly residential villas — from tender stage to final handover. The ideal candidate is a civil engineer with strong site experience, technical judgment, and the ability to manage contractors, consultants, timelines, and budgets. This role requires hands‑on supervision, problem‑solving on site, and full ownership of project delivery.
- Lead the planning, organization, and execution of construction projects.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
- Review tender documents, drawings, BOQs, QS reports, and technical submissions.
- Evaluate tender bids and support contractor selection.
- Supervise site works and ensure compliance with design, quality, and safety standards.
- Monitor construction progress, resolve technical issues, and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Prepare project schedules, budgets, progress reports, and variation documentation.
- Follow up on approvals, inspections, material submissions, and site instructions.
- Present project updates and progress reports to stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
- Minimum 3 years experience in construction project management (villa projects preferred).
- Strong technical understanding of architectural, and MEP coordination.
- Proven experience leading site works and managing contractors.
- Excellent communication skills in Arabic & English.
- Strong reporting, planning, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in project management tools.
- Valid UAE driving license.
- UAE Resident (Abu Dhabi preferred).
- PMP certification is a plus.
- Ability to commute or relocate to Abu Dhabi before starting work.
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