Project Manager – ELV & IT Infrastructure

Job Summary:

We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of integrated ELV and IT solutions. You will be responsible for overseeing the design, installation, and commissioning of systems, including CCTV, Access Control, Structured Cabling, AV, and Networking. The ideal candidate is a master of timelines, a proactive problem-solver, and a skilled communicator who can manage both technical teams and client expectations. Currently based in the UAE and available for immediate deployment (preferred Abu Dhabi).

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Lifecycle Management: Lead projects from kickoff to final handover (Testing & Commissioning), ensuring they stay on schedule and within budget.
• Technical Oversight: Review shop drawings, schematics, and technical submittals for systems such as IPTV, PA/GA, Fire Alarm, Security, and Wi-Fi networks.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Resource Allocation: Manage onsite technicians and engineers, ensuring manpower is optimized across multiple sites.
• Procurement & Budgeting: Monitor project costs, manage BOQ (Bill of Quantities), and coordinate with the procurement team for timely material delivery.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure all installations meet local regulatory standards and company quality benchmarks.
• Submittal Management: Own the preparation and tracking of the Technical Submittal Package, including Material Submittals, Shop Drawings, and Method Statements for all ELV/IT systems.
• RFI Coordination: Proactively raise and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify design ambiguities or site constraints with the Consultant before they become costly errors.
• Material Compliance: Ensure all proposed equipment (Servers, Switches, Cameras, Sensors) aligns strictly with the Project Specifications and is sourced from Consultant-approved vendor lists.
• Version Control: Maintain a rigorous document control system to ensure the site team is always working from the latest "Issued for Construction" (IFC) drawings.
• The "Approval Loop": Manage the cycle of comments (Code A, B, or C) from consultants; lead the technical team in addressing comments and resubmitting until "Approved" status is achieved.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Telecommunications Engineering or any ELV-related field or (S.T.E.M)
• Experience: 8 to 10+ years of experience in ELV/IT project management, preferably within the construction or systems integration industry.
• Technical Knowledge: understanding of IP networking, fiber optics, and integrated security platforms (CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection), as well as firefighting and detection.
• Certifications: PMP or PRINCE2 is highly preferred. Cisco (CCNA) or manufacturer-specific ELV certifications are a major plus, or any technical certificates
• Software Proficiency: Expert in MS Project or Primavera or any project management software; proficient in AutoCAD for drawing reviews.
• Diplomatic Negotiation: Ability to push back on unrealistic consultant demands or client scope-creep while maintaining a professional partnership.
• Technical Writing: High proficiency in drafting formal correspondence, site instructions, and technical justifications for material substitutions.
• Strong understanding and implementation of site Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with UAE construction standards and guidelines, particularly for governmental or large private-sector projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• "We don't just need someone who checks boxes; we need someone who can anticipate a bottleneck two weeks before it happens and has the grit to navigate complex site environments."
• Approval Workflow Leadership: Manage the end-to-end submission process for Material Submittals (MAS), Shop Drawings, and Method Statements, ensuring timely approval from consultants to avoid site delays.
• Expectation Alignment: Act as the technical translator between the client’s business needs and the consultant’s technical specifications, ensuring the final delivery meets both parties' standards.
• Variation & Change Management: Identify "scope creep" early. Negotiate and document any variations from the original contract, ensuring the client sign-off and consultant approval before work commences.
• Reporting & Documentation: Lead weekly progress meetings with stakeholders and produce detailed status reports, risk logs, and "As-Built" documentation for final handover.
• Snag List Resolution: Proactively manage the "snagging" phase, coordinating with the consultant to close out punch-list items and obtain the Taking Over Certificate (TOC)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• Have you successfully managed the deployment of IT Passive & Active infrastructure (Structured Cabling, Networking, Servers) in a construction environment? (Yes/No)
• Are you proficient in managing the Submittals and RFI process through consultants and client representatives? (Yes/No)
• Do you have professional experience using AutoCAD and project scheduling software like MS Project or Primavera? (Yes/No)
• Can you join immediately? If not, how long is your notice period?

• How many years of experience do you have specifically managed ELV (Extra Low Voltage) projects (CCTV, Access Control, AV, etc.)?