Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Rak, UAE
Company: CITIC Construction

About Us:
CITIC Construction Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of CITIC Group, is a leading global contractor ranked among the ENR Top 250 International Contractors.

For decades, the Company has pursued its strategy of “winning projects through investment, financing, and pre-service, while driving industrial development through contractorship.” With this approach, CITIC Construction has grown into a world-class enterprise delivering comprehensive engineering and construction services and undertaking major international projects.

Our business model focuses on both immediate client needs and long-term regional development. From project planning to completion, we provide integrated solutions that include feasibility studies, financing, construction, and operations—helping clients develop complete value chains.

Leveraging the diversified strength of CITIC Group across finance, resources, energy, manufacturing, real estate, and infrastructure, we also deliver value-added services such as financial consulting and industrial integration, ensuring efficient and economical outcomes for our partners.

CITIC Construction has established a strong global presence with branches across Africa, Latin America, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and beyond. The Company holds top-level certifications, including:

Class A+ General Contracting in housing construction

Class A Engineering Design qualification

ISO 9001 Quality Management System

ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

OHS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System

As a vice-chairman member of CHINCA and CCCME, we continue to uphold our corporate spirit of “forging ahead, pioneering and innovating, and pursuing excellence.” CITIC Construction remains committed to being a trusted partner in shaping a sustainable and prosperous future.

Our Dubai office serves as a regional hub to deliver on the promise of modernization, partnership, and shared prosperity in the Middle East.

Job Summary:
Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an accomplished Project Manager with a minimum of 10 years of UAE-specific experience and a proven track record in managing high-rise construction projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in overseeing complex developments from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and the highest quality standards. Your deep understanding of local regulations, supply chains, and stakeholder dynamics will be critical to success.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead full project lifecycle from mobilization to handover.

· Manage project budget, schedule, quality, and risk.

· Coordinate with client, consultants, subcontractors, and authorities (Dubai Municipality/ RAK Municipality, FEWA, RAK Civil Defense).

· Ensure compliance with UAE codes and CITIC Construction quality standards.

· Lead site teams including engineering, planning, HSE, QAQC, and subcontractor management.

· Prepare and present weekly/monthly progress reports to senior management.

· Drive construction execution in line with project KPIs, cost plans, and safety requirements.

Skills

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A master’s degree or PMP certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in the UAE (preferably in Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah), with a strong portfolio of completed high-rise projects (residential, commercial, or mixed-use or large-scale BUA projects preferred)
• Having a DM (G+unlimited)/ Ras Al Khaimah Municipality certificate/PMP certificate is a huge advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE construction regulations, permitting processes, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and BIM tools.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

Salary Benchmark: AED 30,000.00 - 32,000.00 (negotiable)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED30,000.00 - AED32,000.00 per month