Summary
Mace is hiring a Construction Manager for a large residential masterplan in Abu Dhabi, comprising villas, townhouses and associated infrastructure. The role leads construction work packages, coordinates programme and critical path activities, and monitors safety, quality, cost and progress. Responsibilities include short-term planning, area close-out, QA/QC compliance and handover readiness, as well as team development and stakeholder coordination. Candidates need construction delivery experience, experience on large residential or villa developments, and relevant qualifications such as a Managerial CSCS Card or SMSTS; UAE experience is essential for client approval.
The posting
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Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
The project:
Large residential masterplan community consisting of villas, townhouses, and all associated infrastructure.
Responsible for leading the delivery of designated work packages, ensuring performance against safety, quality, cost, and programme objectives. Working collaboratively within the construction delivery team, the role builds strong relationships with subcontractors, stakeholders, and project teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Supports team performance through coaching, technical development, and performance management.
- Manages delivery of a specific structure or fit-out package, ensuring quality, safety, and programme adherence.
- Coordinates with package managers on programme alignment and critical path activities.
- Chairs look-ahead meetings, driving short-term planning and coordination.
- Tracks planned vs actual progress, escalating deviations to construction leadership when needed.
- Understands and applies the project’s digital strategy and knows where to access construction information.
- Manages area close-out, ensuring QA/QC compliance, ITPs, and handover readiness.
- Builds strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Leverages best practices from centers of excellence and company knowledge hubs.
- Drives sustainability goals, contributing to net zero carbon efforts and responsible business practices.
You'll need to have:
- Proven experience in project and construction delivery.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience with residential projects, especially large villa developments.
- Relevant technical qualifications i.e., Managerial CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) or SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
- Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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