Project Manager

Job Details: Project Manager (High-Rise)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Project Type: High-Rise Building (Residential/Commercial/Mixed-use)

Reporting to: Project Director / CEO

Job Purpose

The Project Manager (PM) is the primary individual responsible for the successful delivery of the high-rise project. You will manage the project’s triple constraints: Scope, Schedule, and Budget. In the Dubai market, this involves navigating complex regulatory requirements, managing high-tier stakeholders, and overseeing a large multi-disciplinary team to ensure the building rises safely and efficiently to its final height.

Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Project Planning

• Define project scope and develop a comprehensive Project Management Plan (PMP) that covers all phases from mobilization to handover.
• Establish the Master Project Schedule, ensuring critical path activities (foundations, core wall cycles, and MEP commissioning) are realistic and achievable.
• Manage the project budget, tracking costs against the baseline to ensure maximum profitability and financial health.

2. Stakeholder & Contract Management

• Serve as the main point of contact for the Client, Consultants, and Local Authorities (DM, DEWA, DCD, RTA).
• Manage contractual obligations for all parties, handling variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT) in accordance with FIDIC or bespoke contract terms.
• Lead monthly progress meetings and provide executive-level reporting on project status.

3. High-Rise Logistics & Technical Oversight

• Approve the site logistics plan, specifically focusing on vertical transportation (cranes and hoists) and concrete pumping strategies for extreme heights.
• Ensure the Project Engineer and Construction Manager are aligned on the execution of high-strength steel and rebar works.
• Oversee the procurement of long-lead items, such as specialized facade systems and high-speed elevators.

4. Risk & Quality Governance

• Conduct regular risk assessment workshops to identify and mitigate potential delays (e.g., supply chain disruptions or extreme weather).
• Ensure the project maintains the highest safety standards, targeting a "Zero LTI" record.
• Champion a high-quality finish, ensuring the final product meets the luxury standards expected in the Dubai high-rise market.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture. A Master’s in Construction Management or an MBA is highly preferred.
• Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or MRICS is mandatory.
• Experience: 15+ years in construction, with at least 8 years as a Project Manager on High-Rise towers (G+50 minimum) in the UAE.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of UAE construction law, FIDIC contracts, and local permitting processes.

Core Competencies

• Executive Leadership: Ability to manage and inspire a team of over 50+ staff and 1,000+ laborers.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of project finance and cash flow management.
• Resilience: Proven ability to make high-stakes decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time