Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Human Resources Manager at Focal Buildings Solutions Purpose of the Job:

The Project Manager leads the planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of interior design and construction or any other types of projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, internal workflows, and quality standards. The Project Manager acts as the central point of coordination between departments and the client, while overseeing timelines, budgets, variation orders, and client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

• Manage and supervise daily performance of team members, guiding them toward achieving departmental objectives and ensuring alignment with broader company goals.
• Set individual and team-level performance indicators for key work tasks and continuously monitor progress to ensure achievement of departmental objectives.
• Establish and maintain departmental procedures and internal policies that regulate workflows and contribute to the effective implementation of strategic and operational plans.
• Propose improvements to existing procedures and policies to enhance operational efficiency and support process optimization.
• Determine the department’s expected costs and contribute to the preparation of the annual departmental budget, in coordination with relevant functions.
• Set work priorities based on departmental goals, allocate tasks accordingly, and communicate responsibilities clearly to team members.
• Ensure effective communication and information flow within the department and across other departments to support alignment and coordination.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations for team members, discuss results constructively, and recommend appropriate developmental or corrective actions.
• Monitor and support the department's human resources planning by identifying training needs, facilitating necessary learning and development opportunities, and evaluating impact, in coordination with HR.
• Participate in the recruitment process by shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, and providing recommendations for hiring decisions.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback to team members to support continuous improvement and skill development.
• Perform any additional managerial tasks assigned by the direct supervisor or required by the role.
• Assign tasks to departments and ensure project plans are adhered to.
• Conduct and document internal and external kickoff meetings.
• Maintain version control for all official project documentation.
• Facilitate weekly internal progress and coordination meetings.
• Monitor master timeline and elevate delays.
• Ensure clearance and formal handover between departments.
• Validate change requests and submit for variation pricing.
• Coordinate project closing and client satisfaction processes.
• Coordinate requirements meetings and consolidate design/technical inputs.
• Create and maintain Issue Tracker Logs.
• Review QC submittals in coordination with Site Manager.
• Monitor and supervise variation orders process.
• Review procurement BOQ trackers and flag delays.
• Coordinate with design and technical teams for sequential deliverables.
• Manage client walkthroughs and document snags and resolutions.

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, or any related field.

A practical experience of no less than 6 to 12 years in project management, including supervision of site execution and coordination.

• PMP or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Scheduling and Resource Planning, Risk Management in Projects Course

Excellent level in Arabic and English language writing, reading, and speaking.

• Project Scheduling and Resource Allocation.
• Use of Project Management Tools and Software.
• Operational Planning and Execution.
• People Management and Team Development.
• Client Relationship Management.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making.
• Process Improvement and Efficiency Optimization.
• Budget and Cost Control.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration.
• Analytical Thinking.
• Communication and Reporting.
• Supervisory and Delegation Skills.
• Change Enablement.
• Contract and Commercial Understanding.
• Quality and Compliance Oversight.

Mid-Senior level

Temporary

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