Project Manager - Commercial Projects
Careers International · Dubai, United Arab Emirates ·
- Employment
- Contract
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- Project management
An experienced project manager to deliver commercial construction and interior fit-out projects in the UAE from pre-construction through handover — handling planning, budget and cost control, client/consultant coordination, team leadership, QA/QC and HSE compliance, documentation, and close-out. Tools include MS Project/Primavera, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Commercial Projects to manage and deliver commercial projects from pre-construction through completion and handover. The role will be responsible for project planning, execution, budget and cost control, client and consultant coordination, team management, quality, safety, documentation and successful project close-out.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
- Manage commercial projects from pre-construction through completion and handover.
- Develop project plans, schedules, milestones and execution strategies.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and as per approved specifications.
- Monitor daily site progress and resolve project issues.
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Commercial & Cost Management
- Monitor project budgets, costs, variations and cash flow.
- Review BOQs, quotations, contracts, purchase orders and subcontractor agreements.
- Identify potential cost overruns and implement corrective actions.
- Review and manage variation orders, claims and additional works.
- Coordinate with the commercial/QS team on project financial matters.
Client & Consultant Coordination
- Act as the main point of contact for clients and consultants.
- Attend project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
- Understand client requirements and communicate them effectively to the project team.
- Manage client expectations and maintain strong professional relationships.
Team Management
- Lead and supervise project engineers, site engineers, supervisors, coordinators and project staff.
- Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
- Conduct regular project coordination meetings.
- Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet project requirements and deadlines.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure works comply with approved drawings, specifications and applicable UAE regulations.
- Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and company policies.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation measures.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, schedules and records.
- Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.
- Monitor project KPIs, milestones and deliverables.
- Ensure proper documentation for testing, commissioning, snagging and handover.
Project Completion & Handover
- Coordinate testing, commissioning, snagging and rectification works.
- Ensure timely project completion and final handover.
- Coordinate as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties and handover documents.
- Support final account closure and project close-out.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.
- 8–12 years of relevant project management experience.
- Experience in commercial construction / interior fit-out projects is preferred.
- Proven experience managing projects from start to finish.
- Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, contracts, procurement and site execution.
- Good understanding of UAE construction practices, regulations and HSE requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Proficiency in MS Project / Primavera, AutoCAD and MS Office.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification is an advantage.
- UAE/GCC project experience preferred.
Key Skills / Keywords
Project Management | Commercial Projects | Interior Fit-Out | Construction Management | Project Planning | Project Execution | Budget Control | Cost Management | Contract Management | BOQ | Variations | Claims | Procurement | Client Coordination | Consultant Coordination | Subcontractor Management | Team Leadership | Risk Management | QA/QC | HSE | Primavera P6 | MS Project | AutoCAD | Project Reporting | Testing & Commissioning | Snagging | Project Handover | Close-Out
Preferred Candidate Profile
Candidates with strong experience in commercial construction, interior fit-out, retail, hospitality, office or other commercial projects, with proven UAE/GCC project delivery experience, will be preferred.