Assistant Construction Manager

Parsons Oman; Chelmsford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction management is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager for their Dubai office. The role involves supporting the Construction Director, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction and project management.
• Supervisory experience in large civil/structural projects.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Director with on-site management activities.
• Maintain strong client relationships as a primary contact.
• Lead construction management efforts and ensure project delivery.

Skills

Team Management

Client Communication

Construction Management

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Job Description:

Assistant Construction Manager - Dubai Main Office

Parsons is looking for a talented Assistant Construction Manager to join our team! In this role, you will support the Construction Director with on-site field construction management activities associated with the completion of assigned construction packages.

What You'll Be Doing

• Reporting directly to the PMC Construction Director.
• Maintaining a strong client relationship as a primary contact.
• Reporting project progress in meetings with the client.
• Reviewing cost and risk analyses and managing extra work claims for the client.
• Ensuring compliance with company HSEQ policies and procedures.
• Monitoring manpower deployment schedules for each construction project.
• Leading construction management efforts and playing a pivotal role in project delivery.
• Assessing the overall planning of construction activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Developing and implementing efficient office and field procedures.
• Understanding pertinent contract documents specific to the project.
• Applying technical knowledge to support constructability analysis and review construction documents.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction and project management services.
• Ability to manage teams effectively and communicate with clients.
• Supervisory experience in large civil/structural and infrastructure projects (roads, highways, bridges, airports), preferably in the Middle East.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic, both written and oral.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Familiarity with current technology and its effective utilization on projects.

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