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General Manager - Luxury Renovation
Primo Dubai
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Manager
Onsite
AED 20,000/month / month
3 weeks ago
Operations ManagementLeadershipProject ManagementFinancial OversightMicrosoft OfficeProject Management Software
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About the Role
Primo Dubai seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee daily operations of a luxury villa renovation company. The role involves managing teams, implementing operational systems, and ensuring project profitability.
Key Skills for This Role
Operations ManagementLeadershipProject ManagementFinancial OversightMicrosoft OfficeProject Management Software
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the company
- Ensure all departments are working efficiently and collaboratively
- Implement and improve operational systems, processes, and procedures
- Drive accountability throughout the organisation
- Lead weekly management meetings and operational reviews
- Monitor company KPIs and performance metrics
- Coordinate between office staff, project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Monitor project progress and ensure reporting systems are maintained
- Review project schedules and resource allocation
- Monitor project profitability and company performance
- Review cash flow forecasts and operational budgets
- Produce weekly and monthly management reports
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years' experience in senior management, operations, or general management role
- Experience within construction, fit out, renovation, contracting, or property related industries
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Proven experience managing multiple departments and teams
- Excellent organisational and problem solving abilities
- Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding
- Experience implementing systems, processes, and operational improvements
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
- Experience in luxury residential construction or villa renovations in Dubai (highly desirable)
- Understanding of UAE construction processes and regulations (highly desirable)
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related field (highly desirable)
Full Job Posting
About Us
- Primo is a luxury villa renovation and fit out company based in Dubai, specialising in high end residential renovations, extensions, remodelling, and bespoke interior transformations.
- We work direct with clients, consultants, designers, and property investors to deliver exceptional renovation projects across Dubai.
- As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee the day to day operations of the business.
The Role
- This is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the company owners.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the business, coordinating between office and site teams, implementing operational systems, improving efficiency, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully.
- This is not a sales role and not a project management role.
Key Responsibilities Business Operations
- Manage the daily operations of the company
- Ensure all departments are working efficiently and collaboratively
- Implement and improve operational systems, processes, and procedures
- Drive accountability throughout the organisation
- Lead weekly management meetings and operational reviews
- Monitor company KPIs and performance metrics
- Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements
Key Responsibilities Project Oversight
- Coordinate between office staff, project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Monitor project progress and ensure reporting systems are maintained
- Review project schedules and resource allocation
- Escalate risks and issues before they impact project delivery
- Ensure projects are operating within approved budgets and timelines
- Support the construction team in improving project execution processes
Key Responsibilities Financial Oversight
- Monitor project profitability and company performance
- Review cash flow forecasts and operational budgets
- Ensure invoices, payments, procurement, and financial controls are properly managed
- Work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate reporting
- Support cost control initiatives across all projects
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership
- Manage and support office and operational staff
- Conduct performance reviews and staff development meetings
- Assist with recruitment and onboarding
- Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
- Ensure communication flows effectively between all departments
Key Responsibilities Reporting
- Produce weekly and monthly management reports
- Provide clear visibility of company performance, project status, risks, and opportunities
- Present recommendations to the company owners
- Maintain dashboards and reporting systems
Requirements Essential
- Minimum 7 years' experience in a senior management, operations, or general management role
- Experience within construction, fit out, renovation, contracting, or property related industries
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Proven experience managing multiple departments and teams
- Excellent organisational and problem solving abilities
- Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding
- Experience implementing systems, processes, and operational improvements
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
Requirements Highly Desirable
- Experience in luxury residential construction or villa renovations in Dubai
- Understanding of UAE construction processes and regulations
- Experience managing project reporting and operational KPIs
- Knowledge of procurement, subcontractor management, and project controls
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related field
What Success Looks Like
- Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will establish clear operational systems and reporting structures
- Improve communication between office and site teams
- Reduce owner involvement in day to day operational issues
- Improve project visibility, accountability, and performance tracking
- Enhance operational efficiency across the business
- Support sustainable growth while maintaining service quality
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