Senior Project Manager | Real Estate | Contracting

Job Requisition ID: 166581 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering a single large-scale construction project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Project Manager provides leadership for all project phases, from initiation through to handover, and is accountable for achieving key performance objectives. The role requires close coordination with stakeholders, alignment with organizational goals, and adherence to the Project Director’s overarching objectives.

What you will do

Project Execution:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale projects, aligning with objectives and client expectations.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, scope, and quality standards.
• Develop and implement tailored delivery strategies and programme management processes.

Team Leadership:

• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, fostering high performance and accountability.
• Promote collaboration and continuous improvement in team operations.

Client and Stakeholder Management:

• Act as the primary client contact, managing expectations and ensuring alignment.
• Liaise between clients, contractors, and internal teams for clear communication and issue resolution.

Financial Oversight:

• Manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and financial controls to achieve profitability.
• Administer contracts and mitigate financial risks.

Schedule and Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to schedules, prioritize on-time delivery, and track progress.
• Implement risk management processes to address potential impacts on timelines, quality, or costs.

Compliance and Improvement:

• Maintain safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Drive continuous process improvements for efficiency and cost savings.

Required Skills to be successful

• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale construction projects, with a demonstrated ability to meet strict timelines and budgets.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery, with specific experience in managing multidisciplinary teams within a construction setting.
• Experience in managing stakeholder relationships and adhering to regulatory and environmental standards.
• Skilled in managing project budgets and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality.

What equips you for the role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are preferred.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, safety standards, and quality assurance practices specific to large-scale construction projects.

About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate
The real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years. 
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.