Company Overview
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
Overview of the role
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing the successful delivery of a single large-scale construction project, ensuring it aligns with the Project Director’s objectives and organizational strategic goals. The role demands adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards within a complex and high-stakes environment. It involves managing multi-disciplinary teams, navigating regulatory requirements, and fostering effective stakeholder communication to achieve a high standard of project delivery. The Senior Project Manager must employ proactive risk management and commit to continuous improvement, collaborating closely with the Project Director to ensure alignment with broader organizational objectives.
What you will do
Project execution and management
Lead the end-to-end delivery of a high-value construction project, ensuring it aligns with the Project Director’s objectives and meets client expectations.
Ensure the project progresses according to the approved schedule and remains within budget, meeting all programme timelines and financial constraints.
Oversee all aspects of the project scope, including high-rise, residential, or commercial components, ensuring alignment with specifications and quality expectations.
Develop and execute a delivery strategy tailored to the project’s unique needs, ensuring alignment with AFEC’s Business Plan and Long-Range Financial Plan.
Set up clear processes and controls for managing project timelines and resources, optimizing delivery timeline while maintaining high standards of quality and cost-efficiency.
Establish comprehensive risk management processes to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could affect project timelines, quality, or profitability.
Financial management
Oversee the financial aspects of the project, including budgeting, cost forecasting, and implementing financial controls, to ensure alignment with budgetary goals.
Achieve project profitability targets by managing costs carefully and negotiating favourable subcontractor agreements.
Ensure diligent contract administration for the project, protecting the company’s financial interests and proactively managing risks associated with cost overruns and delays.
Leadership and team coordination
Directly oversee a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the project, ensuring team alignment and cohesion in achieving project goals.
Recruit, motivate, and retain qualified team members, fostering high performance and accountability within the project team.
Cultivate a collaborative culture, encouraging open communication and proactive problem-solving.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards, fostering a professional and compliant project environment.
Client and stakeholder management
Serve as the main point of contact for the client’s project team, maintaining consistent and clear communication.
Manage client expectations proactively, aligning project delivery with client requirements.
Act as the liaison between clients, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.
Required skills to be successful
Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
Skilled in budget management and cost control to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Expertise in risk management and quality assurance standards to ensure compliance.
Excellent communication skills to engage and manage relationships with stakeholders while providing clear, consistent updates.
What qualifies you for the role
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are preferred.
12 to 15 years of experience managing large-scale construction projects with a demonstrated ability to meet strict timelines and budgets.
Proven track record of successful project delivery, particularly in managing multidisciplinary teams, including design and procurement, within a construction setting.
Strong understanding of project management principles, safety standards, and quality assurance practices specific to large-scale construction projects.
About Al-Futtaim Contracting
Al-Futtaim Contracting offers customers complete engineering and systems integration solutions. The Engineering arm operates in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt providing a wide variety of products and services from air conditioning, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety, facilities management, building products, MEP, energy management, technology infrastructure and digital transformation. The Technologies division provides complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers that include contact centre solutions, business applications, business intelligence, data management, advanced analytics amongst others. The IT infrastructure portfolio comprises IP telephony, ELV systems, networking solutions, professional audio-visual solutions and managed services. These solutions are further complemented by services that include project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after-sales maintenance contracts.