Construction Project Manager – High-Rise Projects

Skills
Behavioural/Leadership & Team Management Behavioural/Decision-Making Under Pressure Behavioural/Communication & Reporting Skills Behavioural/Problem-Solving Orientation Behavioural/Attention to Detail Technical/High-Rise Construction Expertise Technical/Structural & MEP Coordination Technical/Stakeholder Management Technical/Project Planning & Scheduling Technical/Technical Drawings & BOQ Review Technical/Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC) Technical/Cost Control & Budget Monitoring Technical/HSE Compliance

Job Description

We are hiring on behalf of a leading real estate development client in Basra, Iraq, for an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee the execution of a large-scale high-rise tower project. This leadership role is responsible for delivering the project on time, within scope and budget, and ensuring the highest quality and safety standards. Role Overview: The Construction Project Manager will lead the full project lifecycle, from construction planning to site delivery, ensuring coordination across all consultants, contractors, and internal teams. The ideal candidate must have proven experience delivering high-rise tower projects (30+ floors) and a strong background in structural, MEP, and façade coordination. Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead day-to-day construction operations, ensuring compliance with project schedule, cost, and quality standards
  • Supervise and coordinate with site engineers, main contractors, subcontractors, and consultants
  • Monitor project timelines, prepare progress reports, and lead site coordination meetings
  • Review and validate technical drawings, execution methodologies, and material submittals
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety codes, and environmental requirements
  • Manage change orders, variation claims, and ensure cost control throughout the project
  • Act as the main point of contact between client, consultants, and contractors
  • Implement project management best practices and lead risk mitigation strategies
  • Conduct regular site inspections and quality control reviews
  • Report project status and critical issues to senior management and stakeholders

Job Requirement

Candidate Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in construction management, with demonstrated success in delivering high-rise tower projects (30+ floors)
  • Strong command of construction processes, structural systems, MEP, finishing, and façade installations
  • Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills
  • Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage
  • Prior work experience in the GCC or Iraq is preferred
  • Willingness to be based full-time on-site in Basra, Iraq

Please note: This opportunity is being managed on behalf of our client. Only shortlisted candidates who meet the specified criteria will be contacted.