Project Manager - Interior Fitout

Key Responsibilities

• Manage interior fit‑out projects from planning and mobilization through to final handover and defects resolution, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to approved quality standards.
• Coordinate across design teams, site engineers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, joinery production, and clients to maintain project momentum and resolve execution issues.
• Prepare, monitor, and update project schedules, BOQs, material procurement plans, and cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise site activities daily — monitor progress, ensure work aligns with approved drawings and specifications, and manage labour and subcontractor teams on‑site.
• Control project costs including variations, change orders, and budget adherence; track expenditures and flag overruns before they escalate.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance on all sites in line with UAE regulations and client requirements.
• Handle authority approvals and coordination with DDA, Trakhees, DEWA, and municipality bodies (with support from the project coordination team).
• Conduct regular client meetings, provide progress updates, manage expectations, and address concerns professionally.
• Review and approve material submittals, shop drawings, and technical documentation before installation.
• Manage handover documentation, snagging, and post‑handover defect resolution.

Must-Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Interior Design.
• 5+ years of experience managing interior fit‑out projects in the UAE.
• Proven track record delivering commercial, retail, or office fit‑out projects.
• Strong knowledge of fit‑out materials, construction drawings, site execution workflows, and UAE building codes.
• Solid understanding of BOQ preparation, cost control, variation management, and project scheduling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across design, procurement, site, and client teams.
• Valid UAE Driving License (mandatory — site visits and client meetings required).