Project Manager

Project Manager – Job Description

Location: North Africa (Full‑time, Site‑based / Office‑based as required)

Position Summary

The Project Manager will lead and oversee all phases of high‑end hospitality and construction projects across North Africa. The role requires strong technical, contractual, and managerial expertise, with a minimum of 15 years of GCC experience. The Project Manager will represent the company in front of the client, supervise all project activities, manage contractual and financial matters, and ensure successful delivery in alignment with company standards and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle from mobilization to handover, ensuring timely, high‑quality, and cost‑effective delivery.
• Supervise all site activities, including civil works, architectural works, interior fit‑out, joinery, FF&E, and specialist packages.
• Manage and oversee the construction team, technical office, subcontractors, and specialist vendors.
• Ensure all project activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, authority requirements, and hospitality standards.
• Manage all contractual matters in accordance with FIDIC and project-specific contract conditions.
• Review, prepare, and negotiate claims, variations, extension of time requests, and cost adjustments.
• Identify and document abortive works, design changes, and scope gaps, ensuring proper contractual protection for the company.
• Monitor and control project budgets, cost forecasts, and financial performance.
• Oversee the project timeline and program of work, ensuring alignment with contractual milestones.
• Coordinate with planners to track progress, identify delays, and implement recovery plans when required.
• Ensure proper sequencing of works and coordination between all trades.
• Represent the company professionally in all meetings with the client, consultants, authorities, and stakeholders.
• Maintain strong communication and presentation with client representatives, ensuring trust, transparency, and alignment.
• Prepare and deliver progress reports, presentations, and project updates to the client and senior management.
• Coordinate continuously with the Head Office and CEO, providing strategic updates, risks, and recommendations.
• Ensure smooth communication between site teams, technical office, procurement, and management.
• Lead coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality control, safety compliance, and adherence to design intent.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly for any non‑conformities or site issues.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of proven experience in the GCC, with strong exposure to hotel construction, luxury fit‑out, joinery, FF&E, and high‑end interior works.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, contract administration, claims, variations, and commercial management.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, cost control, and project financials.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client‑facing skills.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, authority regulations, and hospitality project requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts, solve problems quickly, and work under pressure.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools, and construction documentation workflows.

Please apply only if you meet the above qualifications and requirements.

Work Location: In person