Project Manager (Design)

About the role

KEO, an AEP/PMCM design and project management consultancy, is looking for a Project Manager (Design) to join its team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from set-up and design coordination to budget, schedule, quality control and client management.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the project scope, including project set-up, design and coordination meetings.
• Plan and manage project scheduling, budgets, staffing, work plans and set-up with the project team and subconsultants.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks and resolve problems through systematic analysis.
• Collaborate with Technical Leaders to promote an interdisciplinary design approach and achieve project targets.
• Ensure project standards and QA/QC procedures are applied across all technical areas, and track financial performance (work plan, schedule, fees, billings, collections) to stay within budget.
• Prepare monthly progress reports, prepare invoices and pursue payments.
• Create clear project objectives and communicate them to stakeholders and the client, and manage the project team's performance.
• Coordinate other KEO divisions and subconsultants, and build positive client relationships to secure repeat business.
• Establish and fulfil project Terms of Reference, and report project status to Design Leadership and the Principal in Charge.
• Prepare look-ahead reports for Design Leadership, the Regional A&E Services Director and Technical Directors.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, recommend resources, and give feedback on staff performance.
• On new work: follow contract terms, secure supplemental agreements, help prepare proposals and assist in client presentations.

Required profile

• 10 years of relevant experience on mixed-use, large-scale projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering; Master's, PhD or similar is an advantage.
• Licensed as a Professional Architect or Engineer by an internationally recognised body.
• Experience managing the full lifecycle of large, complex, multidisciplinary projects to post-occupancy.
• APM or PMP certification is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of 2D/3D software, including Revit and AutoCAD.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Individual athletic sponsorship and study assistance sponsorship.
• Employee referral rewards.
• Internal global mobility, career development and on-demand counselling services.