Job Title: Project Manager - KWT (Bilingual)

Job Code: Project Manager - KWT (Bilingual)

Company: Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC)

Department: Project Management

Reports To: CEO

ABOUT US

Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC) is the Kuwait real estate company that manages a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential properties across Kuwait, combining institutional-grade asset management with hands-on operational excellence.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Project Manager leads Zaleej's real estate development and construction projects from concept through to handover, covering mid- to large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across Kuwait. The role takes full ownership of project lifecycle delivery - design coordination, permitting, tendering, construction supervision, commercial administration, and closeout - while managing multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and contractors. Success in this role is measured by on-time, on-budget delivery, quality of finished assets, and the strength of relationships built with consultants, authorities, and internal stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning & Delivery

• Lead the full project lifecycle from initiation and feasibility through permitting, tendering, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and manage detailed project execution plans (PEPs), budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Forecast project cash flow requirements and coordinate timely contractor and consultant payments to maintain project momentum.
• Select and onboard suitable consultants, contractors, and vendors, ensuring competitive pricing and proven capability for the scope at hand.
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, legal consultants, and government authorities for permits and regulatory compliance.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead internal project teams and supervise external consultants and contractors, providing clear direction and accountability for performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, including senior leadership, regulatory bodies, and utility providers.
• Develop and mentor junior team members through structured on-the-job training and clearly defined performance objectives.

Construction Oversight

• Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards.
• Conduct regular site visits, chair weekly progress meetings, and issue concise project status reports to senior management.
• Identify and proactively mitigate risks, change orders, and project delays.

Commercial & Contractual Administration

• Negotiate cost, scope, quality, and schedule terms with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to protect commercial and delivery outcomes.
• Review, negotiate, and manage construction contracts, procurement schedules, and tender documents.
• Approve invoices, monitor financial performance against budget, and enforce cost controls.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate project documentation including progress reports, meeting minutes, variation logs, and regulatory submissions.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior leadership, including risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and forward-looking recommendations.

Requirements

Essential (Must-Have)

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Active membership of the Kuwait Society of Engineers (KSE), or eligibility to register within a defined timeframe.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in real estate development and construction project management, with at least 3 years in a project leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering mid- to large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects in Kuwait or the GCC.
• Strong working knowledge of Kuwait's building regulations, permitting processes, municipal approvals, and construction safety standards.
• Proficiency in project management and design software, including Primavera P6, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) - essential for liaising with authorities, consultants, and contractors.
• Valid Kuwait driving licence and transferable Article 18 residency visa.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or RICS.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D, GIS, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) software.
• Experience with sustainable construction practices and green building certifications (e.g. LEED, ESTIDAMA).
• Established network of contacts within Kuwait's consultant, contractor, and government ecosystem.

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to lead a meaningful pipeline of development projects within a principal-led, long-term investment group.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and real influence over project strategy, design quality, and delivery standards.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values initiative, integrity, and continuous improvement.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply via the online application form: https://airtable.com/appwm2VUujXVQ2mIB/shrBmmYJs7pftZ2kJ

Select "Project Manager - KWT (Bilingual)" as the job position and reference code when completing the form.

Alternatively, email your CV directly to hr@zaleej.com with the subject line "Project Manager".

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate all applications.