Construction Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead a building construction project in Dubai. The role involves overseeing all site activities, coordinating with authorities, and ensuring successful project handover.

Key responsibilities

• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Coordinate with client, consultant, contractors, and Dubai Government Authorities for inspections, approvals, and testing.
• Monitor progress, critical activities, delays, and develop look‑ahead programmes and recovery plans with the planning team.
• Handle construction drawings, specifications, method statements, RFIs, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical coordination.
• Oversee testing & commissioning, snagging, authority inspections, and final project handover.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the UAE construction industry, specifically on Dubai‑based building projects.
• Proven ability to work with Dubai Government Authorities and manage site‑based programme management.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and site management skills.
• Current residence in the UAE and availability to join on short notice.

Required skills

• Primavera P6
• MS Project
• Microsoft Office