Senior Manager - Project Delivery - UAE National

Location United Arab Emirates
Discipline: Real Estate
Job type: Permanent
Salary: AED 37,000 - 48,000 per month
Contact name: Talent Team

Contact email: jane@awconnect-me.com
Job ref: 32243
Published: 1 day ago

Job Title: Senior Manager - Project Delivery ​

Location: Dubai, UAE ​

Reporting to: Executive Director - Project Delivery

Lead and manage project delivery, design, and execution across multiple projects, ensuring successful handover while aligning outcomes with strategic objectives and growth priorities. ​

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the management of multiple projects, ensuring progress monitoring and successful completion. ​

  • Implement contractor mitigation and execution plans, including procurement strategies and resource allocation. ​

  • Facilitate change requests, communicating impacts on scope, schedule, and budget. ​

  • Provide strategic inputs for user manuals, training materials, and project documentation. ​

  • Enforce structured project delivery processes to ensure timely and budget-compliant execution. ​

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, safeguarding timelines, cost, and quality. ​

  • Define and align project objectives and success criteria with stakeholders. ​

  • Ensure compliance with local authorities, statutory regulations, and industry standards. ​

  • Manage project budgets and provide financial performance reports. ​

  • Serve as the primary client relationship manager, troubleshooting project issues. ​

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of technical aspects. ​

  • Build strong professional relationships with colleagues, partners, and clients. ​

  • Provide technical support and ensure accurate reporting to senior management. ​

  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. ​

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Project timeline and delivery adherence. ​

  • Budget compliance and cost reduction. ​

  • Accuracy and timeliness in reporting. ​

  • Effective inventory tracking.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related specialization. ​

  • Professional certification in Project Management. ​

  • Minimum 10-12 years of experience, including 4-6 years in a managerial role. ​

  • Familiarity with UAE Building Codes, Environmental regulations, and Dubai construction laws. ​

  • Proficiency in MS Office, Power BI, and project management software like Primavera. ​

  • Expertise in construction management, engineering principles, and architectural design. ​

  • Strong stakeholder management, risk management, and budget planning skills. ​

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. ​

  • Valid UAE Passport

Core Competencies:

  • Result-oriented execution and delivery. ​

  • Accountability and ownership of responsibilities. ​

  • Teamwork and collaboration across functions. ​

  • Effective communication and feedback. ​

  • Innovation and proactive problem-solving. ​

  • Customer service orientation with a focus on long-term relationships. ​