Construction Manager – High-Rise Building

Job Purpose

Oversee and manage all construction activities for high-rise building projects, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Coordination
• Develop construction schedules, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor progress and resolve site issues proactively.
• Site Supervision
• Lead site teams (engineers, supervisors, foremen).
• Ensure daily construction activities follow approved drawings and method statements.
• Conduct toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Quality & Safety Compliance
• Enforce UAE safety standards and company HSE policies.
• Ensure quality control across all trades.
• Coordinate inspections with authorities and consultants.
• Cost & Resource Management
• Monitor budgets, manpower, materials, and equipment usage.
• Approve material requests and work permits.
• Review subcontractor performance and claims.
• Stakeholder Communication
• Attend progress meetings with clients and consultants.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly progress reports.
• Support contract and variation discussions.
• Regulatory & Documentation
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality and other local authorities.
• Review and approve shop drawings and method statements.
• Maintain site records and documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10–15 years total experience, with minimum 7 years in high-rise building projects.
• Proven track record in tower construction (20+ storeys preferred) in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of local building codes and authority approvals.
• Experience with FIDIC contracts is an advantage.

Skills

• Leadership and team coordination
• Project scheduling (Primavera/MS Project)
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Communication and reporting
• Budget and resource control
• HSE and quality compliance

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent