Senior Site Manager - Main Contractor

United Arab Emirates  |  Permanent

Our Multi National Main Civil Contracting client has a new requirement for a well experienced Senior Site Manager to join their team in Dubai, UAE to lead the full life cycle delivery of a new projects including infra, civil build and data centres. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Site / Construction Manager and have relevant main contractor company background and experience.

This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire, permanent placement with our client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full project life cycle from initiation to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and handover.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with client requirements and company goals.
• Develop detailed project schedules and execution plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, designers, procurement, and site teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor daily site activities and address issues proactively to avoid delays.
• Maintain cost control and monitor budgets against actual expenditures.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and compliance with design specifications.
• Stakeholder Coordination Liaise with clients, internal and external stakeholders including the Chairman, CEO, and department heads, consultants, contractors, suppliers and authorities.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Team Leadership Manage and mentor project engineers, site managers, and other staff.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review progress and resolve issues.
• Foster a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
• Conduct site inspections and quality audits.
• Ensure adherence to local authority regulations, permits, and safety standards.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery.
• Commercial & Contractual Management
• Prepare and manage project budgets and cost-to-completion forecasts.
• Oversee variation orders, change management, and contractual documentation.
• Coordinate billing, certifications, and financial reporting in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Submit monthly progress reports, cost-to-completion reports, and other management-required documentation.

Senior Site Manager Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience, with at least 2 years in a senior site management role in the UAE.
• Proven track record in managing full life cycle projects.
• Strong knowledge of local building codes, authority regulations, and construction practices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
• Prior experience as a client representative
• Expertise in fit-out and construction techniques, materials, and high-end finishing.
• Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision and escalation

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

Date Posted: 16 Jun 2025

Status: Filled