Construction Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

The Construction Project Manager will be accountable for planning for the project and managing all phases of the project execution at site—from contractor mobilization through to completion and handing over. Responsibilities include project initiation, planning, progress tracking, change and risk management, quality assurance, cost control, client coordination, and project closure.

• Develop a Project Charter defining the project management structure, roles and responsibilities, communication protocols, and interfaces between all project stakeholders including Client, Professional Team (Design & Supervision), Contractor(s), and suppliers.
• Ensure clarity in decision-making authority and accountability across all parties.
• Coordinate with the Client, supervision Team, Contractor(s), and other relevant stakeholders to ensure timely, efficient, and integrated project delivery.
• Serve as the primary interface for the Client, translating instructions, decisions, and feedback to the project team.
• Prepare and maintain a project schedule covering design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Monitor progress of design and construction works against the approved program.
• Chair regular progress meetings, consolidate updates, and provide monthly progress reports to the Client highlighting achievements, issues, and corrective actions.
• Monitor the administration of the contract to ensure compliance by the Contractor and Professional Team.
• Manage and control changes, review variation requests, and advise the Client on appropriate actions.
• Issue early warnings if potential issues are foreseen, and coordinate mitigation measures with the project stakeholders.
• Manage the flow of design and technical information from the Professional Team to the Contractor.
• Ensure timely issuance of drawings, specifications, and other project documentation in accordance with the project schedule.
• Identify project risks in coordination with all stakeholders, propose mitigation measures, and maintain a project risk register.
• Advise the Client on actions to prevent delays, cost overruns, or quality deviations.
• Attend and chair meetings as required, including site meetings, Client meetings, and coordination meetings with the design and contractor teams.
• Ensure clear and documented communication of decisions, responsibilities, and follow-up actions.

• Planning
• Cost Control / Management
• QA/QC Management
• Risk, Progress, Change, and Stakeholder Management
• MS Project / Primavera
• MS Office

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture
• PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent project management certificate

• 10–15 years of experience as a Project Manager, preferably within Architecture and Engineering Consultancy, Project Management Consultancy (PMC), or Construction.