Construction Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all on-site construction activities to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Lead, coordinate, and supervise contractors, subcontractors, and consultants throughout project phases.
• Review and approve method statements, work programs, and resource plans submitted by contractors.
• Monitor project progress against baseline program and provide mitigation strategies for delays.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE standards, QA/QC procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, progress meetings, and provide reports to the Project Director/Client.
• Manage interfaces between disciplines (civil, MEP, infrastructure, finishing, etc.) to ensure smooth execution.
• Review and certify contractor progress claims, variations, and change orders in coordination with cost/commercial teams.
• Enforce project specifications, drawings, and contract terms, ensuring no deviations without approval.
• Lead resolution of technical and construction issues and escalate where required.
• Support client in stakeholder management and coordinate with local authorities for approvals and inspections.
• Mentor and supervise project engineers and site staff, building a high-performing project delivery team.
• Drive value engineering initiatives and identify opportunities for construction efficiency.
• Ensure project handover and close-out are completed with proper documentation, testing, and commissioning.
• Develop and implement construction execution strategies in line with client’s objectives.
• Review and validate construction schedules (Level 3/Level 4) submitted by contractors.
• Coordinate with design management teams to ensure constructability and resolve design conflicts before execution.
• Enforce strict adherence to approved ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) and quality benchmarks.
• Ensure that all construction permits and approvals are in place before work starts.
• Monitor and manage site logistics, manpower planning, equipment deployment, and material delivery schedules.
• Track daily/weekly progress against key milestones, issuing early warnings for potential slippages.
• Manage interface between infrastructure, utilities, and housing components to avoid clashes.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of MEP systems and finishing works.
• Coordinate with cost/commercial team to assess impact of variations, claims, and change orders.
• Ensure proper document control, site records, and as-built drawings are maintained.
• Implement risk management measures to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively.
• Organize and chair weekly site coordination and progress review meetings with contractors and consultants.
• Ensure all works are carried out with zero accident culture, conducting toolbox talks and site safety audits.
• Support client in handover inspections, snag list clearance, and final acceptance certificates.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to site engineers, supervisors, and junior staff, ensuring continuous skill development.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client on construction-related matters.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15+ years’ experience, including at least 5 years in a Construction Manager role.
• Proven track record in large-scale housing/residential projects under PMC/consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of project planning tools (Primavera P6/MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.