Contract Project Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates
Assistant Project Manager – Development Projects
Al Zorah Development (Private) Company
Client Project Manager
Stryker Corporation
Assistant Project Manager (UAE National)
-
Client Project Manager
NTT America, Inc.
Client Project Manager
NTT Corporation
Discover more opportunities than anywhere else. Find more jobs nowAssociate Project Manager – Design Studio & Controls
Azizi Group
Associate Project Manager
Azizi Group
Connect with headhunters to apply for similar jobsDubai-based Assistant Project Manager - Architecture
Atkins Middle East
Senior Pre-Contract Project Manager – Dubai (Flexible Work)
Aecom
Project Manager - Professional
Stryker Corporation
Senior Project Manager - Structural Engineering & Repairs
NSR Associates
Project manager (corporate reporting) arabic speaker
CORPORATECOMMUNICATIONSRECRUITMENT
Senior Project Manager – Civil Construction (Dubai)
NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants
Project Manager
NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants
International Project Manager
WeRide.ai
Lead Project Manager - Ultra-Luxury Real Estate
Amali Properties
Project Manager
NSR Associates
Assistant Project Manager - Development Projects
Job summary
A premier development firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to oversee the delivery of high-end development projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil engineering or architecture and experience in managing complex construction activities. Responsibilities include coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills are essential for this role.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in a developer organization is an advantage.
- Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Support project delivery and monitor execution.
- Manage contractual and commercial aspects of the projects.
- Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and quality standards.
Skills
Education
Reporting to:Senior Project Manager / Construction Director
Al Zorah Development Company is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of high-end, large-scale development projects from construction through to final handover. This role is ideal for a seasoned construction professional with strong technical, contractual, and coordination expertise, particularly within premium developments in the UAE.
Key Focus Areas:
- Project & Construction Management: Support project delivery, coordinate civil, architectural, finishing, interior, and MEP works, monitor execution, track progress, and assist with recovery measures.
- Contractual & Commercial Management: Apply knowledge of FIDIC and UAE contracts, review contracts/claims/EOTs, support cost control and value engineering, and safeguard commercial interests.
- Stakeholder Management: Lead and attend meetings with consultants, contractors, authorities, and internal teams; resolve technical, commercial, and scheduling issues.
- Finishing, Materials & Approvals: Manage material submissions, mock-ups, shop drawings, and approvals to maintain premium quality and avoid delays.
- Authority & Compliance: Ensure adherence to UAE regulations, coordinate inspections, permits, and completion certificates, liaise with authorities like Ajman Municipality, Civil Defence, FEWA, Etihad Water & Electricity, etc.
- Safety, Quality & Handover: Enforce HSE regulations, maintain quality control, and support snagging, commissioning, and final handover.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
- Developer organisation experience is an advantage
- Strong leadership, professional judgment, and communication skills
- Negotiation, coordination, and conflict-resolution skills
- Professional, well-presented, and confident
Personal Attributes:
- Ethical, detail-oriented, and accountable
- Confident, assertive, respectful, and quality-focused
- Team-oriented with leadership capability
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.