Project Manager – Fit-Out (Dubai)

About the role

The Project Manager – Fit-Out will lead commercial interior and fit‑out projects for a reputable contractor in Dubai, overseeing delivery from mobilisation through to final handover. This role requires ensuring safety, schedule adherence, budget control and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Manage fit‑out projects from mobilisation through construction, snagging and final handover.
• Develop and manage project programmes, procurement schedules and key milestones.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, consultants, designers and suppliers.
• Oversee drawings, material approvals, procurement and subcontract packages.
• Monitor programme performance and proactively resolve delays or risks.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Implement and maintain project Quality and HSE requirements.
• Chair and attend progress meetings with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Work closely with the commercial team on budgets, variations and cost control.
• Manage changes in project scope and ensure variations are recorded and approved.
• Provide regular progress and project reports to senior management.
• Oversee snagging, commissioning, handover documentation and project close‑out.
• Lead and motivate the project and site teams to achieve agreed targets.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Required profile

• Degree or relevant qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8–10+ years of construction experience with significant commercial fit‑out/interiors background.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Construction Manager on high‑profile client projects.
• Strong understanding of fit‑out construction, procurement, programme management and subcontractor coordination.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing variations and project costs.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Previous UAE/Dubai fit‑out experience is highly desirable.