General Manager - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Connect Resources

Ahmed Al-Mansouri

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We are looking for a General Manager to oversee all staff, budgets and operations of the local business unit. General Manager Responsibilities include formulating overall strategy, managing people and establishing policies.

To be successful in this role, you should be a thoughtful leader and a confident decision-maker, helping our people develop and be productive, while ensuring our profits are on the rise.

This role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including overseeing daily activities, ensuring projects adhere to timelines and budgets, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

With a keen eye on both the macro and micro aspects of construction, the General Manager serves as a linchpin for communication, coordinating between clients, architects, engineers, and the construction team.

This position demands a blend of leadership, technical knowledge, and project management skills to ensure that each project not only meets but also exceeds expectations, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the organization.


General Manager Job Duties

  • Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects, ensuring they are finished on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Negotiate contracts with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, establishing clear terms regarding scope of work, timelines, and payment schedules.
  • Manage the procurement of materials, tools, and equipment necessary for project completion, ensuring resources are available as needed and costs are controlled.
  • Lead, motivate, and develop the construction team, including hiring, training, and evaluating employees to build a skilled, efficient, and cohesive workforce.
  • Resolve any disputes or conflicts that arise during the construction process, including issues with subcontractors, suppliers, or clients, to maintain project momentum.
  • Conduct postproject evaluations to assess what was successful and what could be improved, documenting lessons learned and integrating them into future project planning and execution strategies.
  • Oversee daytoday operations
  • Design strategy and set goals for growth
  • Maintain budgets and optimize expenses
  • Set policies and processes
  • Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally
  • Oversee recruitment and training of new employees
  • Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance
  • Direct the employee assessment process
  • Prepare regular reports for upper management
  • Ensure staff follows health and safety regulations

Nationality:
Europeans are preferred


Work location:
Dubai - UAE

Contract Type :
Full Time/ Permanent


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
AED50, AED60,000.00 per month


Experience:

Project Management: 10 years (preferred)


Language:


  • English (preferred)

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