Project Manager (Residential)

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Atkins Réalis is looking to hire a dynamic Project Manager for a role in Dubai.

Ideal candidate would have worked on large-scale Residential Developments (mid-rise to high-rise apartments and Mixed Use).

About Atkins Réalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, Atkins Réalis is a world class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end to end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. Learn more at .

Role Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for managing assigned scopes across planning, procurement, and construction phases of major residential developments. The role ensures timely, cost effective, and quality delivery, working under the direction of the Project Lead.

Core Responsibilities Design & Planning Support

• Coordinate consultant deliverables to ensure alignment with project brief and authority requirements.
• Manage design review cycles and ensure technical coordination across disciplines.
• Support value engineering efforts.

Procurement & Package Management

• Prepare scopes, RFPs, and support evaluation of assigned packages.
• Manage early works, infrastructure, or vertical construction packages under delegated authority.
• Liaise with Commercial team to align on procurement timelines and budgets.

Construction Supervision

• Oversee daily site progress for assigned works; ensure quality and HSE compliance.
• Lead coordination meetings and track contractor performance.
• Monitor statutory approvals and inspection closures.

Programme & Risk Monitoring

• Track programme milestones and identify delays or risks early.
• Maintain a package level risk register and elevate where necessary.
• Provide inputs to project reporting and dashboards.

Handover Preparation

• Support testing, commissioning, and snagging completion.
• Ensure as built documentation, approvals, and handover certificates are prepared.
• Liaise with FM and Customer Experience teams during unit release.

Experience & Qualifications

• A total of 10-15 years' experience is necessary.
• UAE experience of 2-5 years is ideal.
• Relevant Project Management experience over 3 years managing defined packages or components.
• Experience in sectors such as Residential, Apartments, Community Facilities, Mixed Use, Tenant Spaces is required, with package value 100-500M AED.
• Software experience: MS Project, Aconex, SharePoint, MS Teams.
• Knowledge of DDA Authority approvals, QA/QC, handover workflows and HSE compliance would be an added advantage.

Why choose Atkins Réalis?

• Tax free salary
• Life insurance coverage
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus program
• Annual flight contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Transportation & housing allowances
• Employee wellbeing program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Employment Details

Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Contractual (Fixed Term)

Seniority level: Mid Senior level

Employment type: Full time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Equal Opportunity

Atkins Réalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disability. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our commitment is reinforced through:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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