Job Title: Construction Manager – High-Rise Buildings (UAE Experienced)
Location: Dubai
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Construction / Contracting
Experience Required: 10+ years in UAE
Reporting To: Project Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Construction Manager with a proven track record in delivering high-rise building projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate must have extensive contracting experience, in-depth knowledge of local regulations and building codes, and the ability to lead large on-site teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Execution: Manage the overall site construction activities for high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use buildings, ensuring work is completed on schedule, within budget, and according to specifications.
- Team Management: Supervise and coordinate site engineers, foremen, subcontractors, and labor teams. Monitor workforce performance and productivity.
- Planning & Scheduling: Collaborate with planning teams to develop and maintain construction schedules, monitor progress, and adjust timelines as needed.
- Contracting Oversight: Ensure strict adherence to contract documents, scope of work, and client specifications. Handle contract administration, variations, and claims.
- Quality Assurance: Enforce quality control standards and inspection protocols in compliance with UAE construction codes and project requirements.
- Health & Safety: Implement and maintain HSE policies to ensure a safe working environment on-site, as per UAE standards.
- Client & Consultant Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for consultants, clients, and stakeholders. Attend site meetings and provide regular progress updates.
- Procurement Coordination: Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Cost Control: Work with project controls to track budgets, manage expenditures, and control cost overruns.
- Problem Solving: Quickly address and resolve any design discrepancies, construction challenges, or unforeseen issues that arise during execution.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Master’s Degree is a plus).
- Minimum 10 years of construction experience, with at least 5 years in the UAE focused on high-rise building projects.
- Must have strong contracting background, preferably with Tier-1 or reputable contracting firms.
- In-depth knowledge of UAE construction laws, Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and other regulatory authorities' requirements.
- Proven experience in managing large teams and subcontractors on complex, high-value projects.
- Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Valid UAE driving license is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED14,000.00 per month
Experience:
- UAE: 10 years (Required)