Overview
Assistant Project Manager – Fit Out Jobs in Cairo, Egypt at Knight Frank MENA
Title: Assistant Project Manager – Fit Out
Company: Knight Frank MENA
Location: Cairo, Egypt
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) plays a critical supporting role in the delivery of interior fit-out projects. The APM will work closely with senior project managers and multidisciplinary teams to assist in the successful planning, coordination, and execution of fit-out works. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering outstanding project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of detailed project plans and schedules, including setting milestones and deliverables.
- Coordinate with design, procurement, and engineering teams to align timelines and scopes.
- Support project kick-off activities, including preparing start-up documentation, client briefs, and resource allocation plans.
- Maintain all project documentation in an organized and up-to-date format (drawings, approvals, RFIs, submittals, method statements, etc.).
- Draft meeting agendas and minutes; follow up on action items to ensure timely completion.
- Track all correspondence between client, contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
- Act as the first point of contact for contractors and vendors under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Schedule and participate in coordination meetings with clients, designers, engineers, and contractors.
- Assist in managing client expectations and communicating project updates and risks proactively.
- Conduct frequent site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship, and adherence to health, safety, and quality standards.
- Identify and report deviations from design or scope early to minimize impact on timeline or cost.
- Assist in the resolution of on-site issues, technical clarifications, and construction challenges.
- Support procurement by tracking material approvals, delivery schedules, and vendor commitments.
- Help manage the project budget by monitoring expenditures and comparing against baseline costs.
- Assist in the preparation of cost reports and variation logs.
- Verify that works executed on-site align with project specifications and quality benchmarks.
- Participate in mock-up inspections, material approvals, and handover snagging processes.
- Prepare punch lists and track completion of snag items.
- Support in compiling final handover documentation including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, warranties, and compliance certificates.
- Assist in organizing final inspections, client walkthroughs, and obtaining completion certificates.
- Participate in lessons-learned and post-project reviews to contribute to continuous improvement.
Skills and Qualifications
- Degree in related subject (BSc Construction or Project management)
- Experience in pre and post contract in fit-out projects, ideally for hospitality projects
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to lead and manage a project team.
- Understanding of project management methodologies and tools
- Strong multi-tasking abilities and organizational skills
- Hands-on approach is a must
- Understanding of regional business culture and regulations.
- The ability to understand and make use of computers and information technology (Knight Frank internal systems).
- Software: Microsoft Office programs to an advanced/proficient level.
- Language skills: Fluency in English, written and verbal. Fluency in Arabic or other languages is advantageous.
- Strong organizational skills
