Construction Manager – Modular Projects (UAE)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead the execution, coordination and delivery of modular construction projects across the UAE. You will oversee site operations from foundation works through final installation and handover, ensuring safety, schedule, budget and quality standards are met.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all on‑site construction activities, including assembly, installation, finishing and handover of modular structures.
• Coordinate delivery and installation of modular units from factory to site and manage site execution activities.
• Supervise subcontractors, site teams and resources to achieve project milestones and deadlines.
• Monitor construction progress, conduct site coordination meetings and manage daily reports and issue logs.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, QA/QC procedures, risk assessments and safe working practices.
• Work closely with Design, Procurement, Logistics and Project teams to resolve site challenges and maintain schedules.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, snagging and final handovers to clients.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and authorities while representing the Modular Department in project meetings.

Required profile

• Minimum 7‑10 years of construction experience, including at least 3 years in modular, prefabricated or off‑site construction.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• Proven experience managing site teams, subcontractors and large‑scale project installations.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural and MEP drawings.
• Good understanding of lifting operations, logistics coordination, temporary works and site safety requirements.

Required skills

• Reading architectural drawings
• Reading structural drawings
• Reading MEP drawings
• Lifting operations
• Logistics coordination
• Temporary works design
• Site safety management
• HSE compliance
• QA/QC procedures
• Risk assessment