Quality Control Manager-Jobs in Vereinigte Arabische Emirate

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive leader to head our Quality and Safety Management functions across a diverse portfolio of real estate and construction projects. The Director will ensure that all developments—residential, commercial, and mixed-use—meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quality Assurance & Control

• Oversee quality across all phases of real estate development, from design and planning to execution and handover.
• Implement robust quality management systems aligned with industry standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections, material testing, and audits to assess and improve quality compliance.
• Lead root cause analysis to address defects or deviations and implement effective corrective/preventive measures.

• Design and implement comprehensive life safety and health protocols across all construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with local and international safety standards, including regulatory certifications where applicable.
• Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety protocols, and drive proactive mitigation strategies.
• Lead safety awareness programs and mandatory training for employees, contractors, and vendors.

• Lead a cross-functional team of quality and safety professionals across multiple projects and geographies.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety-first thinking across project teams.
• Collaborate with project heads, architects, contractors, and engineering teams to embed quality and safety into every milestone.
• Act as the primary interface for quality and safety audits by third parties, clients, and statutory bodies.

• Ensure all real estate and construction activities adhere to applicable building codes, environmental guidelines, and internal standards.
• Develop dashboards and regular reports covering KPIs, audit results, compliance scores, non-conformities, and progress updates.
• Drive internal audits, track non-conformance closures, and maintain documentation for regulatory and internal reviews.

• Troubleshoot challenges related to on-site execution, quality lapses, or safety incidents in real time.
• Identify improvement areas and lead initiatives to enhance build quality, reduce rework, and elevate safety outcomes.
• Stay abreast of new construction technologies, materials, and global best practices to drive innovation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in the construction/real estate industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on quality and safety.
• Proven track record managing large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

Key Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of construction methodologies, codes, and real estate development processes.
• Expertise in quality control systems, safety audits, risk assessments, and site compliance.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in reporting tools, audit systems, and project documentation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving capabilities.