Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and in line with defined objectives. The role supports the Project Director/Senior Project Manager throughout the project lifecycle, overseeing project processes, procedures, coordination, and day-to-day management. The ideal candidate is an effective leader and communicator with strong organisational, problem-solving, and project management skills, supported by relevant industry knowledge and experience. What you'll be doing • Provide a level of service that meets the expectations and regarded as being of a high standard within the project management profession • Identify areas for improvement in project delivery plans and implement action plans accordingly • Manage a project / project section and drive the achievement of quality, programme and budget targets • Assist in the administration of the Construction Contracts • Manage Value Engineering workshops • Conduct regular progress updates with the Planning Manager • Provide valuable input into the assessment and adjudication of Contractor Delay Claims • Inspires confidence and trust in interactions with Clients and key stakeholders • Conducts meetings, produce minutes and drive outcomes • Manage and motivate multi-disciplined teams and colleagues • Participate in the Procurement process • Provide detailed input for the monthly and other reports and make recommendations • Anticipate problems before they arise and develop mitigation plans • Participate in Risk analysis workshops • Manage the Commissioning and Close-Out of a project • Other project management duties as assigned by the Project Director / Senior Project Manager • Tertiary qualification (University Graduate) in either Project Management, Building Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Architecture or similar plus a minimum of 10 years relevant experience in project management role and in the construction industry • Progressively increased responsibility over career duration • Relevant projects of an appropriate scale • UAE experience preferred • Active membership of a relevant professional institution is additional consideration Preferred Skills • Effective project management skills • Strategic orientation skills • Analytical skills • Effective problem solving and decision-making skills • Planning, prioritisation and organisational skills • Commercial and business skills • Outstanding communication skills • Management skills • Well-developed interpersonal skills • Team working skills • Ability to motivate people • Diplomacy • Presentation and report writing skills • Respect of cultural sensitivities Core Competencies • Computer competency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and/or similar programming software • Ability to programme and track progress of a project in either Microsoft Project or Primavera • Ability to manage a programme and assist with the analysis of Contractor Claims • Good knowledge of Construction Contracts such as FIDIC • Good understanding of Local Authority, Environmental, Green Design and other planning approvals requirements • Good understanding of the procurement process, cost management and budgets • Good understanding of design, co-ordination and technical issues • Ability to compile and formulate accurate and detailed reports and presentations • Able to share knowledge with colleagues in a constructive manner • High attention to detail, shows initiative, a self-starter and able to work unsupervised • Able to remain focused and work effectively under pressure • Mature personality, highly flexible, client / customer service oriented, with a positive and constructive attitude