Construction Manager (Structures) - Main Contractor

United Arab Emirates  |  Permanent

Our Tier 1 Main Contracting Client has a new requirement for a seasoned Structural Construction Manager to join their team in Dubai working on large scale, complex civil construction projects. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Construction Manager working on large RC frame projects in the UAE and beyond having worked for recognised main contracting companies previously.

This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire, permanent opportunity, employed by our client.

Key Responsibilities:

The Construction Manager - Structures is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of all substructure and superstructure construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule, and in full compliance with approved structural designs, specifications, and quality standards

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all structural construction activities on site
• Review and interpret structural drawings, calculations, and specifications
• Coordinate with structural engineers, consultants, and design teams to resolve technical issues
• Manage structural subcontractors (concrete, formwork, rebar, steel erection, post tensioning, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with structural design, quality standards, and construction methodologies
• Monitor progress against structural schedules and milestones
• Oversee inspections, testing, and approvals (e.g., concrete pours, rebar inspections, load tests)
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Identify and mitigate structural risks, defects, and constructability issues
• Report progress, risks, and technical challenges to senior project management
• Leads and motivates teams to deliver project targets by setting clear goals, roles and performance expectations
• Communicates clearly with the Structures team and delegates effectively
• Resolves conflicts and makes decisions under pressure
• Drives performance, accountability and continuous improvement. 

Construction Manager (Structures) Experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in structural construction management
• Strong experience with reinforced concrete, steel structures, and foundations
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and temporary works
• Familiarity with relevant building codes and structural standards
• Experience working with consultants, inspectors, and authorities 
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Leadership and subcontractor management
• Construction planning and sequencing
• Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• Clear communication and coordination 

Interested candidates are invited to share their up to date CV directly to jobs@j10consulting.ae for further review and shortlisting.

Date Posted: 06 Mar 2026

Status: Open