Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
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We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with proven site management expertise to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of residential projects from inception through completion, with a strong focus on contractor management and on-site supervision. You'll work collaboratively with contractors, subcontractors, cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires consistent on-site availability in Dubai throughout the project duration and offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Manage all aspects of residential project delivery including budget, schedule, procurement, quality, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle
- Define project scope, requirements, and deliverables in collaboration with clients and stakeholders; prepare detailed scope of work, resource plans, cost estimates, budgets, and project schedules
- Oversee and coordinate contractor and subcontractor activities on-site; establish clear expectations, performance metrics, and accountability measures through regular site inspections and walkthroughs
- Identify, qualify, and manage project contractors and vendors; conduct requests for proposals, analyze bids, negotiate contracts, and enforce contractual obligations
- Monitor project progress against approved budgets, timelines, and objectives; identify variances and implement corrective action plans and change management procedures as needed
- Identify potential project risks early and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize or eliminate risks, particularly related to contractor performance
- Develop and implement comprehensive communication plans including site meetings, written reports, and documentation to keep all stakeholders informed and resolve issues in real time
- Establish and maintain project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements; ensure data integrity and accuracy
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related Engineering discipline
- Minimum 10 years of professional project management experience in residential or hotel/hospitality construction and real estate project delivery
- Proven expertise in contractor and vendor management with demonstrated success in large-scale construction project oversight
- Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, building codes, and construction standards relevant to residential and hotel projects
- Familiarity with hospitality-specific requirements, including hotel operational standards and phased delivery considerations for active properties
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
- Demonstrated mastery in budget management, scheduling, resource allocation, and financial forecasting for construction projects
- Extensive experience with risk management and change management processes in complex construction environments
- Proven track record of managing multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and timeline adherence
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead and influence diverse teams, contractors, and stakeholders
- Ability to work on-site regularly during project duration with flexibility for non-traditional hours when needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (Master's) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or Hospitality Management
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Specialized experience in hotel development, renovation, or repositioning projects
- Experience working in international or multicultural environments, particularly in the Middle East region
- Demonstrated leadership experience with mentoring and team development capabilities
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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline
- At least 10 years of professional project management experience in residential or hotel/hospitality construction and real estate project delivery
- Expertise in contractor and vendor management, including large-scale construction project oversight
- Technical knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, building codes, and relevant construction standards
- Familiarity with hospitality-specific requirements, hotel operational standards, and phased delivery for active properties
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
- Mastery of budget management, scheduling, resource allocation, and financial forecasting for construction projects
- Extensive experience with risk management and change management in complex construction environments
- Experience managing multiple large-scale construction projects while maintaining quality and timelines
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and influence diverse teams and stakeholders
- Ability to work on-site regularly in Dubai and maintain flexibility for non-traditional hours
- Advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or Hospitality Management
- Project Management Professional certification or Professional Engineer license
- Experience in hotel development, renovation, or repositioning projects
- Experience in international or multicultural environments, particularly the Middle East
- Leadership experience involving mentoring and team development
What We Do
Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes. Together with our clients, we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources.
