Site Project Manager, Luxury Residential Fit-Out

Role: Site Project Manager, Luxury Residential Fit-Out Location: Dubai Salary: Up to 25K AED p/m Our client is a boutique, design-led developer delivering ultra-luxury residential projects across the UAE, from penthouses and private villas to larger residential developments with local partners. Working on a design and build basis, they handle interior design, fit-out and bespoke joinery in-house, and are known for exceptional craftsmanship and detail. As the portfolio grows, they are looking for a Site Project Manager with a strong interior fit-out or design and build background to take ownership of on-site delivery across a number of live projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who is as comfortable walking a site at 7am as they are presenting progress to a private client in the afternoon. The Role Lead day-to-day interior fit-out delivery across multiple high-end residential projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Manage fit-out subcontractors, specialist trades and suppliers, ensuring quality, safety and programme are maintained Work closely with the in-house design team to translate design intent into flawless execution on site Oversee bespoke joinery, stone, specialist finishes and MEP installations, including shop drawing and sample approvals Build and maintain project programmes, track costs and report progress to the leadership team Manage authority approvals and NOCs with the relevant bodies Run snagging, handover and close-out to an exceptional standard Represent the business with private clients, providing clear and confident updates throughout each project The Ideal Candidate 3 to 5 years’ experience delivering luxury residential projects, such as high-end villas, penthouses or private residences Proven background in interior fit-out or design and build, gained with a fit-out contractor, design and build company or design-led developer Experience as a Site Engineer, Project Engineer or Project Manager on interior fit-out projects Strong understanding of high-end finishes, bespoke joinery and MEP coordination within a fit-out environment UAE project experience, including working knowledge of local authority approvals Highly organised and able to manage several sites at once without losing attention to detail Polished communicator, comfortable working with discerning private clients and design teams Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Interior Architecture or a related field Valid UAE driving licence What’s On Offer The chance to deliver some of the most exclusive residential projects in the UAE A close-knit, design-led team with direct access to the founders Real ownership and visibility, with scope to grow as the portfolio expands Competitive package, dependent on experience Show more Show less