Project Manager

First started in Dubai in 1992, KPS is a market leader in commercial interiors. With more than 500 employees across the Middle East and Europe, people are at the heart of our business. We love a good challenge and view every day as an opportunity to innovate and set new standards for ourselves, our clients and our industry.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role of the Project Manager is to successfully manage all aspects of a project(s) from inception through to completion, acting as a single point of contact for all stakeholders. The role extends to managing all aspects of the project from design to site execution, providing technical support and solutions to sub contractors and consultants. The Project manager should report directly to Associate Director .

Strategic Responsibility

Support the Senior PM / Associate Director with defining and implementing the strategic plan in order to support KPS goals and objectives.

Operational Responsibility

• Lead and manage a project(s) from inception to completion, ensuring on time and within budget, in order to meet both client, company goals, protecting KPS commercially.
• Coordinate with all key internal and external stakeholders of the project team(internal Design and Commercials) and external clients/consultants ensuring that relevant information is incorporated into the design and site execution in order fulfill the clients brief, taking full ownership.
• Oversee and ensure that all site activities meet QHSE requirements.
• Report on weekly site progress and constraints, to ensure that issue's are identified and addressed, providing solutions to both client and internal project team, escalating to Senior PM / Associate Director when required.
• Collaborate with the commercial team, ensuring the necessary documentation is issued on time for delays and Extensions of time.
• Manage monthly cash flow and invoicing ensuring effective collection of monies and payments in coordination with the Commercial and Finance teams.
• Oversee the project program, reviewing progress to remain on track, Updating / accelerating where applicable.
• Collaborate with the Commercial team to select and resource sub contractor allocation through tender process, in order fulfill project requirements, enhancing GP through buying gains.
• Participate in the Tender process for potential new projects, providing inputs and expertise in order to support a successful award.
  
  

People Responsibility

• Lead the team responsibly providing eective line management to direct reports
• Set objectives for direct reports and evaluate performance in line with the performance management framework, and actively manage key personnel issues
• Ensure that all sta acquire the required skills and knowledge through appropriate learning and development initiatives
  
  

Additional

• This role manages a team of internal project team members and external skills.
• Undertake any other activities that may be assigned by the line manager from time to time to meet ongoing business requirements.
  
  

Person Specifications (Essential)

• Degree in Engineering, Construction /Project Management or other related field or at least; and/or
• 10+ years’ experience working in the construction industry.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to work with and across teams.
• Demonstrated interpersonal ability
  
  

Note

In the absence of a degree qualification, 05 yrs relevant technical experience and other vocational qualifications will be accepted. e.g. Trade qualification, PMP or other relevant qualifications.

Person Specification (Desirable)

• Completed PMP qualification or equivalent
• Regional knowledge to laws, rules and regulations.
• Experience with an recognized fit out/construction company or consultancy.