Chief Construction Manager

The Chief Construction Manager leads site execution across one or more construction projects in the UAE. The role oversees construction teams and subcontractors and is accountable for delivering the work safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards, from mobilization through handover.

Key responsibilities

Lead construction planning, sequencing, mobilization, and resource allocation across assigned projects.

Manage construction managers, site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors. Set clear delivery targets and hold teams accountable for progress.

Review baseline schedules and short-term look-ahead plans. Identify delays, resolve site constraints, and implement recovery plans where required.

Coordinate civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works with design, procurement, and project controls teams to keep construction moving.

Monitor construction costs, productivity, and subcontractor performance. Work with the commercial team to assess the cost and schedule impact of changes.

Enforce site health, safety, and environmental requirements. Ensure work follows approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and inspection plans.

Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and relevant UAE authorities on site coordination, inspections, and approvals.

Report progress, risks, and decisions required to senior management. Oversee defect closeout, testing and commissioning coordination, and final handover.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of construction management experience in the UAE, including senior site leadership on large or complex projects.

Demonstrated experience delivering projects from mobilization through completion and handover.

Strong working knowledge of UAE construction practices, authority approval processes, and site safety and quality requirements.

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage multiple subcontractors, and resolve site issues under schedule pressure.

Ability to interpret construction programmes and use scheduling and reporting tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

Strong written and spoken English. Arabic is an advantage.