Job Title: Project Manager – Aluminum & Glazing
Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Construction / Aluminum & Glazing / Project Management
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager – Aluminum & Glazing to oversee and deliver high-profile façade, curtain wall, and glazing projects across the UAE. The ideal candidate will bring 8–10+ years of specialized industry experience and a strong track record in managing large-scale commercial and residential developments. This role requires a detail-oriented, results-driven professional capable of handling end-to-end project lifecycles while ensuring strict adherence to quality, safety, timelines, and budget controls. A valid UAE driving license is essential due to frequent site visits and client coordination.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Execution
- Lead project initiation, planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and successful handover of aluminum and glazing works.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with technical specifications and client expectations.
Leadership & Team Management
- Manage and mentor project engineers, site supervisors, draftsmen, and subcontractors.
- Allocate resources effectively and foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve milestones.
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
- Conduct regular progress meetings, provide updates, and address concerns proactively.
Budgeting & Cost Control
- Develop project budgets, monitor expenditures, track variations, and implement cost-control strategies to maintain profitability.
- Review BOQs, change orders, and commercial implications.
Risk & Issue Management
- Identify project risks related to design, procurement, logistics, and site execution.
- Implement mitigation plans and corrective actions to avoid delays or cost overruns.
Site Operations & Coordination
- Oversee daily site activities ensuring compliance with drawings, technical submittals, method statements, and project timelines.
- Coordinate with main contractors, consultants, and other trades for smooth workflow.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Enforce QA/QC procedures and ensure compliance with UAE building codes, façade standards, and project specifications.
- Conduct inspections, snagging, and final approvals prior to handover.
Contractor & Supplier Management
- Manage procurement schedules, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely material delivery and workmanship standards.
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare and present weekly/monthly progress reports, cash flow forecasts, and risk assessments to senior management and clients.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Ensure strict adherence to HSE regulations, toolbox talks, and site safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
Qualifications & SkillsEducation
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- PMP certification or Master’s degree is an advantage.
Experience
- 10+ years of overall project management experience, with minimum 8 years specifically in Aluminum & Glazing / Façade projects in the UAE or GCC.
- Proven experience handling high-rise, commercial, hospitality, or large residential developments.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of curtain wall systems, unitized façades, structural glazing, skylights, ACP cladding, and aluminum fabrication/installation techniques.
- Familiarity with shop drawings, structural calculations, and material specifications.
Core Competencies
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- High level of attention to detail and organizational capability.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office tools is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED13,000.00 - AED17,000.00 per month