Project Manager, Project & Program Management

The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects on time within budget and in line with defined objectives The role supports the Project Director Senior Project Manager throughout the project lifecycle overseeing project processes procedures coordination and day‑to‑day management The ideal candidate is an effective leader and communicator with strong organisational problem-solving and project management skills supported by relevant industry knowledge and experience

• Provide a level of service that meets the expectations and regarded as being of a high standard within the project management profession
• Identify areas for improvement in project delivery plans and implement action plans accordingly
• Manage a project project section and drive the achievement of quality programme and budget targets
• Assist in the administration of the Construction Contracts
• Manage Value Engineering workshops
• Conduct regular progress updates with the Planning Manager
• Provide valuable input into the assessment and adjudication of Contractor Delay Claims
• Inspires confidence and trust in interactions with Clients and key stakeholders
• Conducts meetings produce minutes and drive outcomes
• Manage and motivate multi-disciplined teams and colleagues
• Participate in the Procurement process
• Provide detailed input for the monthly and other reports and make recommendations
• Anticipate problems before they arise and develop mitigation plans
• Participate in Risk analysis workshops
• Manage the Commissioning and Close-Out of a project
• Other project management duties as assigned by the Project Director Senior Project Manager

Progressively increased responsibility over career duration

Relevant projects of an appropriate scaleUAE experience preferred

Active membership of a relevant professional institution is additional consideration

• Effective project management skills
• Strategic orientation skills Analytical skills
• Effective problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Planning, prioritisation and organisational skills
• Commercial and business skills
  
  Outstanding communication skills
• Management skills
  
  Well‑developed interpersonal skills
• Team working skills
  
  Ability to motivate people
  
  Diplomacy
  
  Presentation and report writing skills
  
  Respect of cultural sensitivities

• Computer competency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and/or similar programming software
  
  Ability to programme and track progress of a project in either Microsoft Project or Primavera
• Ability to manage a programme and assist with the analysis of Contractor Claims Good knowledge of Construction Contracts such as FIDICGood understanding of Local Authority, Environmental, Green Design and other planning approvals requirements
  
  Good understanding of the procurement process, cost management and budgets
  
  Good understanding of design, co-ordination and technical issues
  
  Ability to compile and formulate accurate and detailed reports and presentations
  
  Able to share knowledge with colleagues in a constructive manner
  
  High attention to detail, shows initiative, a self-starter and able to work unsupervised
  
  Able to remain focused and work effectively under pressure
  
  Mature personality, highly flexible, client / customer service oriented, with a positive and constructive attitude