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Project & Construction Manager

Alghanim International • Full-time • Dubai, United Arab Emirates • 1d ago

📅 15 February 2026

📍 RTA Developer Site, Dubai

Project & Construction Manager

Job Title: Project & Construction Manager

Reports To: Director of Operations / Senior Project Director

Department: Project Management / Construction

Overall Purpose:

To provide overall leadership, strategic direction, and management for construction projects from inception to completion. Responsible for delivering projects on time, within budget, to the required quality, safety, and environmental standards, while managing all stakeholders and project resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Strategy: Develop comprehensive project execution plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, risk management, and procurement strategies.
Team Leadership & Management: Lead, motivate, and manage the entire project team (including site staff, subcontractors, and consultants). Conduct regular meetings and performance reviews.
Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for the client, consultants, and authorities. Manage expectations, report on progress, and resolve high-level issues.
Budget & Cost Control: Oversee the project budget in collaboration with the Quantity Surveyor. Approve major expenditures and variations. Ensure financial objectives are met.
Schedule Management: Monitor and control the master construction schedule. Identify and mitigate delays. Ensure timely delivery of all project phases.
Quality Assurance & Control: Implement and enforce QA/QC plans to ensure all work complies with specifications, drawings, and regulatory standards.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Champion a culture of zero harm. Ensure full compliance with all HSE legislation and company policies. Conduct regular safety audits and inspections.
Contract Administration: Administer the main contract and subcontracts. Manage claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
Reporting: Prepare and present detailed monthly project reports to senior management and clients, covering progress, cost, risk, safety, and forecasts.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Professional certification (e.g., PMP, CCM, Chartered Engineer status) is highly desirable.
Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in construction, with at least 5-7 years in a senior project management role.
Proven track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale construction projects.
In-depth knowledge of construction methods, contracts, law, and building codes.