Senior Project Manager – Construction

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end project management of construction projects, from feasibility and planning through execution, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, work schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and timelines in alignment with client and organizational goals.
• Monitor and control project progress, ensuring adherence to approved plans and schedules.

Budget & Cost Management

• Prepare detailed project budgets and cost estimates.
• Monitor project expenditures and cash flow, ensuring cost control and timely reporting.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Manage variations, claims, and change orders in coordination with clients and consultants.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate cross-functional teams including site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Assign roles and responsibilities and ensure effective communication across project teams.
• Conduct regular project meetings and performance reviews.
• Foster a collaborative, results-driven, and safety-conscious work environment.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure client requirements and expectations are clearly understood and met.
• Prepare and present project progress reports, schedules, and risk assessments to stakeholders.
• Resolve conflicts and issues in a timely and professional manner.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, contracts, and industry standards.
• Implement and enforce quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations on site.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to ensure safety and quality benchmarks are maintained.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address technical, contractual, and operational challenges.
• Manage delays, resource constraints, and unforeseen site conditions effectively.

Procurement & Contract Management

• Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and services in line with project requirements.
• Evaluate and manage subcontractor and supplier performance.
• Review and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, budgets, contracts, and correspondence.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and milestone-based project reports.
• Ensure proper project close-out documentation and handover to clients and operations teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) preferred.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience managing construction projects of varying scale and complexity.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong project planning, scheduling, and budgeting expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities.
• Proficiency in project management and construction software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, AutoCAD).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing large-scale residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Familiarity with local building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

•  On-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Quality compliance and safety performance.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Team productivity and retention.
• Effective risk and cost management.

Salary: Attractive