Job offer: Project Manager - Developer UAE


Announced
12/09/20242 month(s) ago
Job Status
Full Time
Job Type
Employee
Expiration Date
12/01/2025 72 days left
Job Category
Reference Number
JN-092024-6529573
Job Title
Project Manager - Developer UAE
Job Presentation

The client is a prominent real estate developer that has recently expanded its operations to the UAE, with a focus on creating ultra-luxury residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.


Pre-Contract Phase:



  • Feasibility Analysis & Planning:
    • Conduct detailed project feasibility studies, assessing the project's financial, technical, and legal aspects.
    • Collaborate with design teams, consultants, and stakeholders to develop project briefs and initial designs.


  • Design & Development Management:
    • Oversee design reviews and ensure alignment with project goals, developer's vision, and UAE regulations.
    • Manage coordination between architects, engineers, and consultants during the design phase.


  • Tender & Procurement:
    • Prepare tender documentation, including scope of work, specifications, and cost estimates.
    • Lead procurement processes for consultants, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards.


  • Contract Negotiation & Award:
    • Evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and manage contract awards.
    • Ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met, and necessary permits and approvals are secured.



Post-Contract Phase:



  • Construction Oversight:
    • Monitor the execution of high-rise residential projects, ensuring they adhere to the approved design, budget, timeline, and safety standards.
    • Coordinate with contractors, site managers, and the development team to resolve any construction-related issues.


  • Contract Administration:
    • Manage contracts to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including performance management and payments.
    • Handle any claims, variations, and disputes during the construction phase.


  • Project Reporting:
    • Provide regular project updates to senior management, highlighting risks, delays, and corrective actions.
    • Maintain accurate project documentation, ensuring comprehensive records of progress, costs, and key decisions.


  • Stakeholder Coordination:
    • Liaise with internal teams, external consultants, regulatory bodies, and investors.
    • Ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned with the project's progress and expectations.


  • Project Closeout:
    • Oversee project handover, ensuring all snagging issues are addressed, and final inspections are completed.
    • Ensure proper project documentation and certification for occupancy and building compliance.



  • Project Management Expertise:
    • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.).
    • Proven experience managing high-rise residential projects from inception to completion, with a track record of delivering on time and within budget.


  • Contract Management:
    • Strong knowledge of FIDIC and other relevant construction contracts used in the UAE.
    • Experience in contract negotiation, administration, and dispute resolution.


  • Technical Proficiency:
    • Deep understanding of high-rise residential construction methodologies, building codes, and UAE regulations.
    • Familiarity with architectural, structural, and MEP systems used in high-rise construction.


  • Commercial Acumen:
    • Strong financial management skills, including cost control, budgeting, and value engineering.
    • Ability to assess and mitigate project risks while optimizing project profitability.


  • Leadership & Communication:
    • Excellent leadership and team management skills, capable of motivating and leading cross-functional teams.
    • Strong communication and negotiation skills to manage diverse stakeholders effectively.


  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making:
    • Ability to foresee project risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
    • Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering practical solutions in a dynamic environment.


  • Qualifications & Experience:

    • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
    • 12+ years of experience in project management with at least 5 years in high-rise residential construction projects, preferably in the UAE.
    • Strong understanding of UAE construction regulations, permitting processes, and safety standards.
    • Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, RICS) is an advantage.



    Other Requirements:

    • Willingness to be based in the UAE and travel to project sites as needed.
    • Proven track record working with developers or contractors on large-scale, high-rise residential projects.




How to Apply

Kindly use the following link to apply for this job:
JOB BY
Michael Page
Office No.202, Al Fattan Currency House Tower -1, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), PO Box 506702
  +971 4 709 0300

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