Senior Project Manager - Road & Infrastructure | UAE

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Leverage your technical leadership and join a well-established and renowned Emirati construction company, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.

As a Senior Project Manager – Road and Infrastructure, you will be responsible for leading and delivering large-scale civil construction projects from initiation through completion. The role requires full ownership of project execution, ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, contractual obligations, and client expectations.

Key Accountabilities 

  • Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, construction, scheduling, quality assurance, and safety compliance.
  • Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure full technical and contractual compliance.
  • Prepare, monitor, and control project schedules, budgets, manpower, and resources.
  • Lead site teams and enforce strict adherence to HSE and quality standards.
  • Identify project risks and implement corrective and preventive actions to maintain progress and cost control.
  • Review and approve technical submittals, material approvals, and progress reports.
  • Chair project meetings and provide regular updates and reports to senior management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
  • Minimum 18 years of experience in road and infrastructure construction projects.
  • Previous experience in the UAE or other GCC countries is highly desirable.
  • Strong technical knowledge of concrete and foundation design, soil improvement, cable trenching, water-proofing, and substation building works.
  • Familiarity with relevant standards (ACI, BS, ASTM, IEC).
  • PMP or construction management certification is an advantage.
  • Solid leadership, delegation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
  • Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Senior Project Manager - Road & Infrastructure | UAE

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Senior Project Manager - Road & Infrastructure | UAE

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