Job Description

We are Azizi Developments, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team driven by the goal of crafting exceptional homes and destinations for people living in the UAE. Our portfolio spans Dubai's prime residential, hospitality, and commercial developments, reflecting our commitment to transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity, and value creation through a construction-driven approach.

Our portfolio includes some of Dubai's most exciting launches: Burj Azizi, set to be the world's second-tallest tower; Azizi Venice, a luxury waterfront community inspired by Venice. It also extends to Sharjah with Azizi Florence.

This position is with Royal Infra Contracting LLC, the infrastructure arm of Azizi Developments, which delivers roads, utilities, MEP networks and earthworks across the group's developments in the UAE.

As a Material Manager, you will be responsible for planning, procuring, controlling and delivering all materials required for infrastructure projects, from roads, bridges and utilities to drainage, earthworks and site development. The role ensures materials reach site on time, to specification and within budget, while keeping wastage, idle stock and supply-chain risk to a minimum.

Responsibility:

Prepare material requirement schedules from BOQs, drawings, specifications and the project programme
Forecast quantities and delivery timelines for bulk materials (aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, rebar, pipes, precast elements, cables, ducts and road furniture)
Align material planning with the construction programme in coordination with the Planning and Project teams
Coordinate with Procurement to source, evaluate and approve suppliers and subcontractors
Raise and track material requests, purchase orders and delivery schedules
Monitor supplier performance and resolve delays, shortages and quality issues
Manage material submittals and approvals with the Consultant and Client
Ensure materials comply with project specifications and the requirements of authorities such as RTA, DEWA, Dubai Municipality and Etisalat/du
Oversee site stores, yards and laydown areas; maintain accurate stock records
Implement controls on material receipt, issue, transfer and returns
Plan logistics for heavy and bulk deliveries, including access permits and traffic coordination
Reduce wastage, theft and surplus through regular stock audits and reconciliation
Track material costs against budget and flag variances early
Reconcile material consumption against work progress and quantities installed
Lead and develop storekeepers, material coordinators and logistics staff
Enforce HSE standards in material handling, storage and transport

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
10+ years in material management, procurement or supply chain within construction, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
Proven experience on infrastructure projects in the UAE (roads, bridges, utilities, drainage, sewerage or site infrastructure)
Sound understanding of BOQs, specifications, drawings and material take-offs
Proficiency in ERP or inventory systems (SAP, Oracle or equivalent) and MS Excel
Strong negotiation, vendor management and cost control skills