Project Manager (Construction)
Decima International
Date: 5 days ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International's founders established a simple yet powerful formula:
Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.
We are looking for a driven and capable Junior Project Manager with experience in the construction industry to support us with the development of multiple data center projects for one of the top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals. Must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and across multiple regions. A strong background in data center development, design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements is a big plus.
You will play an integral role in mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
We are looking to bring in dedicated individuals with a passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Required qualifications:
At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.
Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.
We are looking for a driven and capable Junior Project Manager with experience in the construction industry to support us with the development of multiple data center projects for one of the top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals. Must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and across multiple regions. A strong background in data center development, design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements is a big plus.
You will play an integral role in mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
We are looking to bring in dedicated individuals with a passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Versed in modern project management techniques within complex, multi-functional organizations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement and contracting, safety, construction, and commissioning.
- Establish a strong relationship with the client and communicate with both technical and management-level personnel.
- Manage assigned work from start to close out, covering all aspects related to work delivery in order to ensure that the work is conducted in a timely and effective manner.
- Prepare PowerPoint decks and present to management on progress, findings, and recommendations.
- Review project plans, requirements, and specifications.
- Prepare RFPs and support the process of contractor selection and contract award.
- Work with contractors to establish CPM baseline schedules.
- Perform resource analyses to identify potential bottlenecks and resource strain.
- Identify project risks, gaps and opportunities and provide recommendations to stakeholders to mitigate the impact of these risks and take advantage of opportunities.
- Facilitate, run and chair project meetings (including OAC meetings) and maintain accurate meeting minutes and action items.
- Review and validate project progress, contractor pay applications and invoices.
- Carry out financial and technical appraisals of project options. Perform feasibility studies, site surveys, and liaison with designers, engineers, superintendents, and construction managers as required.
- Support business development efforts by contributing to strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Required qualifications:
- 10+ years of construction project management experience.
- Bachelor's degree in construction, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, project management, or a related technical field.
- An excellent understanding of construction, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, building systems/components, and technology.
- Experience developing various types of reports, targeting different audiences.
- Experience in client-facing positions.
- Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical and management-level personnel.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with any audience clearly and accurately.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
- Master's in construction management.
- BSc. Degree in Construction Engineering.
- Earned Value Management experience.
- Active membership in PMI, CCMA, or similar associations.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
- Strong background in data center development and construction.
- Primary Location: United Arab Emirates (on-site).
- Position: Junior Project Manager (Construction).
- Position Classification: Salary-based full-time regular hours.
- Current work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment.
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft 365
At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.
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