Fit-Out Project Manager
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About the Role
NAFFCO Careers seeks a Fit-Out Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver firefighting and fire alarm fit-out projects in Dubai. The role requires strong technical knowledge of fire protection systems, NFPA standards, and UAE Civil Defence regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and monitor firefighting and fire alarm fit out projects in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contractual requirements, and company quality standards
- Develop detailed project execution schedules and allocate manpower, subcontractors, equipment, and resources to ensure timely project completion
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to site engineers, supervisors, and installation teams to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards
- Coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure smooth project execution and timely resolution of technical and commercial issues
- Prepare, review, and approve Method Statements (MS), Risk Assessments (RA), Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and other project documentation
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, safety, productivity, and compliance, implementing corrective actions where necessary
- Review and verify Bills of Quantities (BOQ), shop drawings, material submittals, and procurement requirements to ensure project accuracy
- Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, Civil Defence requirements, local authority regulations, HSE standards, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle
- Monitor project costs, manpower utilization, material consumption, equipment allocation, and overall project performance against budget
- Prepare project progress reports, resource plans, cost reports, and recovery plans where required
- Prepare and submit monthly progress claims, variation orders, and supporting documentation, while coordinating with clients and consultants to obtain timely approvals
- Lead project meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors, providing accurate updates on project status, risks, and mitigation plans
Requirements
- Strong technical knowledge of firefighting, fire alarm, and life safety systems within fit out and building construction projects
- Proven experience in managing fire protection fit out projects from initiation through commissioning and handover
- Sound understanding of NFPA standards, UAE Civil Defence regulations, and relevant international fire protection codes
- Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, BOQs, technical specifications, and project documentation
- Excellent project planning, scheduling, coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong knowledge of project cost control, billing, resource planning, and contract administration
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office applications is preferred
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Role Overview
- The Fit Out Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering firefighting and fire alarm fit out projects from initiation to handover.
- The role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with client specifications, NFPA standards, local authority regulations, and company quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and monitor firefighting and fire alarm fit out projects in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contractual requirements, and company quality standards.
- Develop detailed project execution schedules and allocate manpower, subcontractors, equipment, and resources to ensure timely project completion.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to site engineers, supervisors, and installation teams to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
- Coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure smooth project execution and timely resolution of technical and commercial issues.
- Prepare, review, and approve Method Statements (MS), Risk Assessments (RA), Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and other project documentation.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, safety, productivity, and compliance, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
- Review and verify Bills of Quantities (BOQ), shop drawings, material submittals, and procurement requirements to ensure project accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, Civil Defence requirements, local authority regulations, HSE standards, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor project costs, manpower utilization, material consumption, equipment allocation, and overall project performance against budget.
- Prepare project progress reports, resource plans, cost reports, and recovery plans where required.
- Prepare and submit monthly progress claims, variation orders, and supporting documentation, while coordinating with clients and consultants to obtain timely approvals.
- Lead project meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors, providing accurate updates on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.
Technical Requirements
- Strong technical knowledge of firefighting, fire alarm, and life safety systems within fit out and building construction projects.
- Proven experience in managing fire protection fit out projects from initiation through commissioning and handover.
- Sound understanding of NFPA standards, UAE Civil Defence regulations, and relevant international fire protection codes.
- Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, BOQs, technical specifications, and project documentation.
- Excellent project planning, scheduling, coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong knowledge of project cost control, billing, resource planning, and contract administration.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
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