The Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing the execution of building construction projects from mobilization to project handover. The role ensures that construction activities are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with approved quality standards, contract requirements, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements. The position requires strong leadership in coordinating contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal departments to achieve successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Lead day-to-day construction site operations. 

• Develop and implement project execution strategies. 

• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings and specifications. 

• Monitor project progress against approved schedules. 

• Coordinate civil, architectural, structural, and MEP works. 

• Ensure timely completion of all construction milestones. 

• Supervise subcontractors and site engineers. 

• Resolve technical and operational issues during project execution. 

Planning & Scheduling

• Prepare detailed execution plans. 

• Develop construction schedules and recovery plans. 

• Monitor critical path activities. 

• Conduct weekly and monthly progress reviews. 

• Identify schedule delays and implement corrective actions. 

Contract Administration

• Administer construction contracts. 

• Review contractor work progress. 

• Verify work completion before payment certification. 

• Manage variation orders and claims. 

• Coordinate with consultants on contractual matters. 

Cost Control

• Monitor project budgets. 

• Review cost reports. 

• Control material wastage. 

• Approve project expenditures within delegated authority. 

• Recommend cost-saving initiatives. 

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS). 

• Monitor inspections and testing activities. 

• Ensure defects are corrected promptly. 

• Review quality reports. 

• Maintain construction quality standards. 

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure compliance with HSE policies. 

• Conduct regular safety inspections. 

• Investigate incidents. 

• Promote zero-accident culture. 

• Ensure environmental compliance. 

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with consultants. 

• Liaise with government authorities. 

• Attend project coordination meetings. 

• Manage client communications. 

• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams. 

Resource Management

• Allocate manpower effectively. 

• Monitor equipment utilization. 

• Ensure material availability. 

• Evaluate contractor performance. 

Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports. 

• Present project performance reports to management. 

• Report risks and mitigation measures. 

• Maintain project documentation. 

Risk Management

• Identify project risks. 

• Develop mitigation plans. 

• Monitor risk registers.