Project Manager - Project and Development Services

Project Manager - Project and Development ServicesDubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 02/25/2026The MENA firm currently offers a broad rangeof consulting and transactional services to a broad range of B2B, B2C and B2Gclients. We are now seeking to provide an additional value proposition via Projectand Development Services. This will be a dynamic role, working acrossgeographies, collaborating with existing service lines to build a new vertical. You will be expected to develop business,ensure the very best client outputs and the recruitment of a market leadingteam.ResponsibilitiesBuilding the P&DS Business in UAE:Co-ordinate pitches and to ensure a compellingand impactful proposition.Assist in Developing research / marketingmaterial to define your region’s market position.Promote P&DS business region on socialmedia in coordination with the Knight Frank Marketing Team.Support in UAE Business Development strategyin collaboration with the Head of P&DS MENA.Takes active role in the growth of UAE P&DSBusiness, in line with the growth targets agreed with Head of P&DS.Supportin Identification in potential business leads and opportunities in line withthe UAE P&DS business plan and objectives and actively manages pipeline.In collaboration with Head of P&DS andMarketing Team prepares appropriate marketing collateral for UAE P&DS region.Contributes to strategic direction ofP&DS UAE.Supports staff in timely issue of PerformanceManagement processes and collaborates with Head of P&DS UAE to carry outmoderation of results and compilation of overall performance summaries and dataanalysis.Promotes a client-centric culture monitorsservice delivery standards and client feedback with a view to identifying anyreal or perceived shortfalls in service delivery. Engages with Head of P&DSUAE to assist in determining any corrective measures required to ensure thatthese are implemented.Work with the Head of P&DS UAE and theMarketing Team to continuously improve the pitching documents andpresentations, marketing material and product marketing strategies to providethe best product in the region for both domestic and international sales.Embed the Knight Frank brand and its valuesthat make the business a success leading to high scores in the Your View surveyaround Brand Pride and Credibility – 60%+.Be a leading voice in the industry as a partof your Industry Group and positioning Knight Frank in an award-winninghigh-profile position.Manage the day-to-day operational aspects ofthe project(s) “end to end” and overview your team’s projects and ensure clientsatisfaction on all projects.Lead the team to deliver accurate, timely,and compliant project deliverables.Deliver to the scope of services ascontracted with Client’s whilst managing the firm’s exposure.Keep abreast of regulatory changes affectingdevelopment requirements to take advantage of or compensate for the changeswhich may impact projects.Manage all Design, construction, scheduling,commercial, procurement, risk, Health and safety management activitiesconducted by the team.Manage on all Procurement Activitiesincluding pre-qualification, tendering and evaluation.Actively lead/ Participate in Contractsmanagement and Scope managementHandle tracking of Material and Equipmentordering & delivery statusReview Progress Billings and reports by allproject stakeholders.Review Change Orders in parallel with theProject commercial management.Prepare documents for uploading in projectdocument controlling platforms and Manage all DC systems in association withTeam assigned DC.Manage Close Out Documentation & O&MManualsManage/ participate in all QA/QC proceduresset forward by project lead.Manage and update project logs, issue clientreportsMake sure all suitable meeting minutes arecaptured.Manage/Work closely with clients, designteams and contractors to optimize solutions,Demonstrate excellent verbal, numerical andreport writing skills,Demonstrate flexibility and canwork to deadlines,Demonstrate expert use with word, Excel,power point and other Microsoft Office programs to an advanced level,Demonstrate experience of project procurementand differing routes available,Demonstrate a track record in delivering highquality services from inception to completion,Manage pre contract Scope including;reviewing Design drawings, technical specification, sections of BOQs, handletender query responses, manage the PQQ process with support and input intovalue engineering at each design stage,Manage post contract including being strongin construction management and progress tracking, contract administration,comfortable on site walks with project teams, prepare weekly reports, draftmonthly reports and weekly dashboards.Skillsand QualificationsMinimum of a Degree Qualification inConstruction Management, Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Projectmanagement or equivalent. Preference to hold a Master’s degree in similarfields.Professional memberships are an advantage butnot essential (PMP, CIOB, C.Eng).8 to 10 years’ exp