Project Manager (Civil/Fit-Out)

Your tasks

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead all phases of civil construction and interior fit-out projects from initiation to final handover.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, work breakdown structures, detailed schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven delivery of projects in full alignment with contract documents and approved drawings.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, safety protocols, and quality compliance.

Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Supervise, guide, and motivate multidisciplinary site teams including engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and tradesmen.
• Ensure clear, proactive communication with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact.

Cost, Financial & Contract Management

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and financial progress reports.
• Monitor expenses, cost variances, and oversee quantity validation, invoicing, and final accounts.
• Review and manage subcontractor agreements, variations, claims, and Proposed Change Orders (PCOs/COs).
• Identify and manage project risks, implementing robust mitigation strategies when necessary.

Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Ensure all work is executed in strict compliance with project specifications, local building codes, and international standards.
• Enforce rigorous adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations and company policies.
• Conduct thorough quality checks and review completed works to guarantee alignment with approved designs and technical requirements.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare regular daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, schedules, and project documentation.
• Submit accurate updates to senior management on project status, financial forecasts, and risk assessments.
• Maintain precise records of contracts, drawings, correspondence, and technical submittals.

We are seeking a versatile, highly skilled Project Manager – Civil / Fit-Out to oversee the planning, execution, and successful handover of major civil construction and high-end interior fit-out projects. This role requires robust technical knowledge, exceptional leadership ability, and extensive experience managing large-scale commercial, residential, retail, and hospitality works. The successful candidate must be organized, commercially astute, and capable of leading multidisciplinary teams while ensuring strict compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 10–20 years of proven professional construction experience, with substantial tenure as a Project Manager in civil construction and interior fit-out.
• Extensive experience in large-scale commercial, residential, retail, and hospitality projects.
• Strong background in GCC / Middle East construction practices and operating procedures.
• Main Contractor background preferred.

Certifications

• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• UPDA / MMUP Certification is a strong advantage.
• Valid driving license is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Deep expertise in project planning, Primavera/MS Project scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and site supervision.
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, BOQs, contract procedures, QA/QC procedures, and HSE standards.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, project management tools, and construction software.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic speaking is an advantage.

Professional Attributes

• Detail-oriented, dynamic, flexible, and results-driven.
• Independent, self-motivated, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
• Adaptable, professional, and capable of representing the company confidently at senior levels.
• Strong work ethic, discipline, and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.