Construction Manager

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager with a minimum of 10 years of UAE contracting experience to manage and oversee construction projects from mobilization through completion. The ideal candidate must have strong experience working with a main contractor/contracting company and be capable of managing site teams, subcontractors, consultants, resources, schedules, quality, safety, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage overall construction activities for projects from mobilization to handover.
• Plan, coordinate, and control site operations in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and project schedules.
• Lead Site Engineers, Project Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen, and other site personnel.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, client, consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and authorities.
• Review IFC drawings, specifications, BOQs, contracts, method statements, and project requirements.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with contract documents and approved drawings.
• Manage and monitor subcontractors to ensure compliance with project requirements, quality standards, and agreed schedules.
• Monitor manpower, materials, equipment, and other resources required for project execution.
• Coordinate with planning and commercial teams to monitor project progress, variations, delays, and contractual requirements.
• Review construction programs and ensure site activities are progressing according to the approved schedule.
• Identify delays, technical issues, and resource constraints and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of materials and equipment.
• Ensure proper coordination between civil, architectural, structural, MEP, and other disciplines.
• Coordinate inspections, approvals, testing, snagging, and project handover.
• Ensure compliance with project QA/QC requirements and approved method statements.
• Coordinate with the HSE team to ensure safe execution of all site activities.
• Conduct regular site coordination and progress meetings.
• Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly project progress reports.
• Assist the Project Manager with project cost control, variations, claims, and subcontractor management.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Review and coordinate site instructions, RFIs, inspection requests, and technical queries.
• Maintain proper project documentation and records.
• Coordinate with UAE authorities and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and approvals.
• Support project close-out, final inspections, snagging, testing and commissioning, and handover.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of UAE contracting experience.
• Candidates must have experience working for a main contractor/contracting company.
• Proven experience in managing construction projects and large multidisciplinary site teams.
• Strong experience in subcontractor management and coordination.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, project specifications, BOQs, drawings, and method statements.
• Good knowledge of UAE construction practices, authority requirements, and project procedures.
• Experience coordinating with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and government authorities.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, quality control, and HSE requirements.
• Knowledge of Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and MS Office is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• UAE driving licence is preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of UAE experience specifically with contracting companies/main contractors.
• Previous experience as a Construction Manager, Senior Construction Manager, or Project Manager with a contracting company.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and large site teams.
• Strong understanding of contractual and commercial aspects of projects.
• Proven experience delivering projects within approved schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Strong knowledge of UAE project procedures and consultant/client coordination.
• Candidates from main contracting backgrounds are preferred.

Work Location: In person