Project Assistant Manager

Project Assistant Manager

Job Description
Job Overview

1. Manages contractors / subcontractors to help deliver the project on time and within budget.
2. Supervise the project related to consultancy, MEP, Hard services, Civils, FLS ,Soft service, landscape, site contractors, and ensure work is completed to a satisfactory standard.
3. Supervise the fit-out works including all interior fixings and equipment.
4. Ensure client satisfaction throughout the project lifeline.
5. Handover of the facility to the end client after project completion inclusive of snagging, drawing upgrades, warranties, O&M manuals and any related documents.
6. Being available on site to coordinate queries or questions.
7. Perform other tasks required by the company projects.
8. Work closely with all departments related to the project.
9. Work closely with authorities and legal team for any approvals required.

Job Scope

Responsible for coordination and tactical management of all technical activities on assigned projects.
Reviews all high-level deliverables across projects; ensures the requirements of the Contract are being satisfied & completed on time with minimal project milestone constraints and not effect operational downtime of parks.
Plans, schedules, conduct, and coordinate assigned engineering work; monitors work for compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and company standards.
Ensures effective communication and coordination on assigned projects between all disciplines and all other project participants.
Responsible and accountable to ensure that all assigned personnel are coordinating their activities with other project participants.
Ensures accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for all projects under his/her direction.
Analyses profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization across projects.
Perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding work being performed.
Ensure that subcontractors are fully executing and complying with their contracted scope of work and H&SE requirements.
Direct/coordinate work in the field in accordance with plans and specifications.
Communicate any conflicts or revisions associated with the project to Facilities Director prior to execution.
Coordinate required inspections with local buildings departments.
Identify subcontractor non-compliance with safety and quality standards.
Identify conflicts in the construction progress and communicate them to the appropriate team for resolution.
Provide updated schedules to the clients and Lead Installers in a timely manner.
Ensure subcontractors have corrected all snags identified before final handover/ test & commission.
Follow site inspections on projects to monitor progress, accuracy, cleanliness, safety and customer satisfaction.
Perform job progress and completion reports.
Conduct various meetings with each subcontractor throughout the project/s.
Any other tasks directed by the Facilities Director.
Work closely with all Hard and Soft Services Managers.
Document controlling.
Must be able to read, manipulate drawings in AutoCAD.
Essential:

Must be a qualified/certified in an Engineering
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Engineering field
Experience in retrofit / refurbishment projects.
Inspirational leader
Keen eye for detail
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service skills
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards
Ability to evaluate objectively, fairly, and consistently
Ability to use common tools
Ability to understand and follow directions as given
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Proficient user in MS Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and similar software’s such as BIM, AutoCAD.
Must have strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Desirable:

AutoCAD knowledge / experience
Document control experience
MEP knowledge / experience
2 – 3 years’ experience in an Assistant Manager role
AUTOCAD
CMMS System experience such as MAXIMO, CAFM, ACONEX or similar software’s.
BIM management
Ability to apply Project Management codes and UAE standards.