Senior Project Manager - SAAS Abu Dhabi

SAAS Properties Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Projects Department and lead the delivery of our development projects from inception to handover. What you’ll do Lead the planning, execution and delivery of projects on time, within budget and to the required quality standards Act as the main link between SAAS and consultants, contractors, authorities and other stakeholders Guide consultants through all design stages and identify value engineering opportunities Oversee tendering, contract award and contract administration with our commercial and legal teams Monitor construction quality, safety and progress, and resolve technical issues on site Lead testing, commissioning, handover and close-out Mentor project managers, site engineers and support staff, and provide executive-level reporting What we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management 12+ years in real estate development or construction project management, of which at least 5 years client-side with a developer Proven record leading mixed-use or large-scale development projects and managing multidisciplinary teams Working knowledge of UAE regulations and processes: RERA and escrow, Dubai Municipality and DDA/Trakhees approvals, Civil Defence, DEWA connections, and owners’ association handover Contract administration experience (FIDIC preferred) Strong leadership, stakeholder management and executive-level reporting skills Preferred Experience with branded residences, hospitality or high-rise (G+40 and above) projects Exposure to sustainability certification (Estidama, LEED, Al Sa’fat) and smart-building specifications Prior involvement in off-plan sales launches and the coordination of show units and sales centres Existing relationships with Dubai consultants, contractors and authority contacts MSc in Project Management or RICS membership Show more Show less