Project Manager

Job Description

Position Title: Project Manager Department: Operations Company: Acrobatica Middle East Location: Mamsha, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi (initial assignment); UAE-wide for permanent employment, as required Job Type: Full-Time/ Project-Based Salary: Up to AED 25,000 per month, depending on qualifications and experience (for permanent employment) Availability: Immediate joiner preferred

Position Summary

Acrobatica Middle East is seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager with a strong background in contracting, construction, and project operations to oversee project execution, financial performance, client relationships, and overall project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in managing construction or contracting projects, with demonstrated expertise in project planning, performance monitoring, financial reporting, dashboard management, and client relationship management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets, quality standards, and contractual requirements. This includes monitoring project profitability, managing operational resources, tracking project performance through dashboards and KPIs, and maintaining effective relationships with clients and stakeholders.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong commercial awareness, hands-on project management experience, and the ability to manage both operational and financial aspects of projects independently.

Arabic-speaking candidates are required for this position , as the role involves direct client coordination and stakeholder engagement.

The company is open to permanent employment, project-based engagement, or freelance arrangements, depending on the candidate's experience, availability, and suitability for the project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Execution

• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful completion of construction and contracting projects.
• Develop project plans, schedules, milestones, resource allocation plans, and execution strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets, contractual obligations, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and other relevant departments to ensure effective project execution.
• Monitor daily project activities, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, site teams, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure effective allocation and utilization of manpower, materials, equipment, and other project resources.
• Conduct regular project progress reviews and provide management with updates on project status and critical issues.

1. Project Financial Management and P&L

• Take ownership of project financial performance, including revenue, costs, margins, and overall profitability.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, cash flow, and cost commitments against approved financial targets.
• Prepare, review, and analyze project Profit and Loss (P&L) reports.
• Identify cost overruns, financial risks, and opportunities to improve project profitability.
• Coordinate with Finance and Commercial teams on project billing, payment milestones, variations, and outstanding receivables.
• Monitor project performance against financial forecasts and recommend corrective actions where required.
• Ensure effective cost control and financial accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular financial performance reports and recommendations to senior management.

1. Project Dashboards, Reporting and KPI Monitoring

• Develop, maintain, and regularly update project dashboards to monitor operational and financial performance.
• Establish and track key project KPIs, milestones, productivity, resource utilization, and delivery performance.
• Prepare management reports covering project progress, financial performance, risks, issues, and overall status.
• Analyze project data and translate findings into actionable recommendations for management.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project performance against approved targets.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and performance indicators to identify deviations.
• Present project updates and performance reviews to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Implement reporting processes and dashboard improvements to enhance project visibility and accountability.

1. Client and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Understand client expectations, contractual requirements, project scopes, and delivery objectives.
• Lead client meetings, progress discussions, coordination sessions, and project performance reviews.
• Address client concerns, resolve project-related issues, and ensure timely communication.
• Manage variations, additional work requests, scope changes, and related commercial discussions.
• Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication, service delivery, and timely project completion.
• Identify opportunities for additional business, repeat projects, and long-term client relationships.

1. Contractual, Commercial and Risk Management

• Review project contracts, scopes of work, specifications, deliverables, and commercial requirements.
• Ensure project activities are aligned with contractual obligations and approved project documentation.
• Identify potential operational, financial, contractual, and delivery risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans to minimize project risks and prevent delays or financial losses.
• Monitor variations, claims, change orders, and additional scope requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant internal departments to ensure proper documentation and contractual compliance.
• Support commercial negotiations and project-related decision-making when required.

1. Team Leadership and Operational Coordination

• Lead, manage, and coordinate project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Provide direction, guidance, and support to site managers, engineers, supervisors, and other project personnel.
• Establish clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and accountability across project teams.
• Conduct regular project meetings and follow up on outstanding actions and deliverables.
• Promote collaboration between departments and ensure effective communication across all project stakeholders.
• Monitor team productivity and address operational challenges affecting project performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and applicable UAE health, safety, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 7+ years of proven experience in Project Management , preferably within contracting, construction, or related industries.
• Previous experience managing projects from initiation through execution, financial monitoring, and completion.
• Fluency in Arabic is mandatory , with good English communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in project dashboard development, management reporting, KPI monitoring, and performance analysis.
• Strong understanding and practical experience in P&L management, project budgeting, cost control, and profitability monitoring .
• Proven experience in client management, stakeholder coordination, and commercial discussions.
• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and operational execution.
• Experience reviewing project contracts, scopes of work, variations, and commercial requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel, and project management or dashboard reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, financial, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects within demanding timelines.
• Strong commercial awareness and a results-oriented approach to project delivery.
• Experience in façade access, building maintenance, rope access, or specialist contracting will be an advantage.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be assessed based on the following areas:

1. Project Delivery and Execution

• Achievement of project milestones and completion within agreed timelines.
• Effective management of project resources, schedules, and deliverables.
• Timely identification and resolution of project delays and operational challenges.
• Compliance with agreed project scope, quality standards, and contractual requirements.

1. Financial Performance and P&L Management

• Achievement of approved project budgets and profitability targets.
• Effective monitoring of project costs, revenue, margins, and expenditures.
• Accuracy and timeliness of project financial reporting.
• Identification and management of cost overruns and financial risks.

1. Dashboard and Management Reporting

• Accuracy and timely updating of project dashboards and performance reports.
• Effective monitoring of project KPIs and operational indicators.
• Timely escalation of project deviations, risks, and critical issues.
• Quality and reliability of management reporting and recommendations.

1. Client Management and Satisfaction

• Client satisfaction and quality of stakeholder relationships.
• Timely resolution of client concerns and project-related issues.
• Effective management of client meetings, communications, and expectations.
• Successful management of variations, additional requirements, and client deliverables.

1. Team Leadership and Operational Efficiency

• Effective coordination and productivity of assigned project teams.
• Achievement of project objectives through proper resource management.
• Timely follow-up and closure of project action items.
• Compliance with company procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation of up to AED 25,000 per month for permanent employment, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Flexible engagement opportunities, including permanent, project-based, or freelance arrangements.
• Opportunity to manage significant construction and contracting projects.
• Direct involvement in project financial performance, P&L management, and client relationship management.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary operations and cross-functional project teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to operational improvements and business growth.
• Career development opportunities within Acrobatica Group and its associated companies.

Initial Work Location: Mamsha, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi.

For Permanent Employment: Project assignments may extend across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other Emirates, depending on business requirements.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent / Project-Based / Freelance.

Availability: Immediate joiners preferred.

Interested candidates with substantial contracting or construction project management experience, strong financial and commercial capabilities, proven client management skills, and fluency in Arabic are encouraged to apply.

Work Location: In person.

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 7 years of experience managing projects within the contracting or construction industry?
• Do you have hands-on experience in project P&L management, budgeting, cost control, profitability monitoring, and project dashboard reporting?
• Are you fluent in Arabic and English, with experience in client and stakeholder management?

Work Location: In person