Project Manager - Building Construction

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Building Construction to lead the end-to-end delivery of mega-scale high-rise building projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing 50+ storey high-rise buildings and complex deep-basement structures , from mobilisation through testing, commissioning, and final handover.

The role requires strong leadership, technical, commercial, planning, stakeholder-management, and project-delivery capabilities within the UAE construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the complete lifecycle of high-rise building construction projects, from mobilisation through final handover.

Oversee complex construction activities including deep excavation, dewatering, shoring, secant/diaphragm walls, raft foundations, and high-rise superstructure works .

Manage project cost, programme, quality, HSE, resources, productivity, and overall delivery performance.

Coordinate closely with the Client, Consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and relevant UAE authorities.

Manage project budgets, cash flow, variations, value engineering, and FIDIC-based contractual requirements in coordination with the Commercial team.

Lead authority approval processes, inspections, NOCs, and requirements for project completion and handover.

Develop and implement effective site logistics strategies, including tower cranes, material hoists, vertical transportation, and concrete pumping systems .

Monitor the critical path and proactively address construction, procurement, technical, logistical, and schedule-related risks.

Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including Construction Managers, MEP, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, and Commercial teams.

Ensure strict compliance with UAE construction regulations, HSE standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.

Utilise Primavera P6/MS Project for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and progress control.

Coordinate BIM activities for clash detection, sequencing, coordination, and progress monitoring.

Provide regular project performance updates to senior management and key stakeholders.

Drive timely completion of the project while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and commercial performance. Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management .

10–15 years of post-graduate experience in building construction.

Mandatory proven experience managing 50+ storey high-rise projects in the UAE .

Strong experience with 4+ level deep-basement construction , excavation, shoring, dewatering, and complex urban projects.

Strong technical knowledge of high-rise construction methodologies, including post-tensioned slabs, high-strength concrete, jump-form/slip-form systems, and façade/curtain wall installation .

Strong understanding of UAE building regulations, authority approvals, HSE requirements, and applicable local standards.

Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary construction teams and major project budgets.

Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or MS Project .

Practical knowledge of BIM, including 4D/5D BIM applications .

PMP certification is expected .

CEng, MCIOB, or MRICS certification will be an advantage.

Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, stakeholder-management, and problem-solving skills.

Strong experience working with major developers, consultants, subcontractors, and authorities in the UAE.