Project Manager - Retail and Building Projects

About the role

Al Tayer Projects is looking for a Project Manager in Dubai to plan and manage the execution of retail and building projects from inception to completion. The role manages clients, principals, landlords, statutory authorities and contractors, as well as materials procurement and other resources, to deliver projects within agreed specifications, quality standards, budgets and timelines.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare a project execution plan with Business, Design and Developers, covering time, quality and cost constraints.
• Implement tendering, contractor selection, labour, payment terms and communication procedures, and resolve issues between clients, architects, consultants and contractors.
• Develop a strategic programme with key milestones, including design delivery, procurement, contractor scope and handover.
• Manage the design process and ensure design milestones are met.
• Float tenders, invite proposals and recommend vendors, subcontractors and suppliers to senior management.
• Review and approve contractor drawings, and coordinate with consultants and contractors on drawings, programmes and schedules.
• Monitor progress against the programme and keep management and business informed.
• Manage project contracts and deliverables through to completion.
• Carry out quality checks on materials, coordinate quality, health and safety compliance, and prepare weekly store tracking reports.
• Coordinate with QS on CAPEX and job completion percentages, and provide accurate variation data to prevent overpayments.
• Conduct final inspections, prepare snag lists with Operations and ensure snags are rectified.
• Guide and develop subordinates toward higher-level roles.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification relevant to construction project management; alternatively a tertiary qualification with long, progressive industry experience and on-the-job training.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with recent years in a responsible project management position.