Assistant Project Manager - Infrastructure and Architecture

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination, monitoring, and execution of infrastructure and architectural projects. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture and at least seven years of project management experience.

On-site work arrangement with strong organizational and communication skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Minimum 7 years of professional project management experience in infrastructure and architectural projects.
• Experience using project management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning and executing assigned infrastructure and architectural projects.
• Identify client and stakeholder project needs, objectives, and expected outcomes.
• Support the development of detailed project plans outlining activities, responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Coordinate project implementation activities in accordance with established plans.
• Assist with organizing project tasks and monitoring their completion.
• Support the identification of activities requiring additional coordination or management attention.
• Work with relevant team members to maintain progress against project objectives.
• Carry out assigned project management responsibilities efficiently and systematically.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Communication

Documentation management

Progress reporting

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Infrastructure and Architecture

Job Snapshot

Role: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Project-Program Management

Experience: Minimum 7 years of project management experience in infrastructure and architectural projects

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join its project management team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role involves supporting the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, monitoring, and executing infrastructure and architectural projects. The successful candidate will assist with project planning, team coordination, task delegation, documentation management, progress reporting, and communication with clients and project stakeholders. The position requires strong organizational abilities, effective communication, and the capacity to manage multiple project activities while maintaining established schedules and deliverable requirements. Working closely with the Project Manager and multidisciplinary project teams, the Assistant Project Manager will help identify project objectives, coordinate assigned responsibilities, monitor progress, and support the preparation of project reports and deliverables.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor 's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from a recognized university and have at least seven years of project management experience involving infrastructure and architectural projects.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Project-Program Management
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Assist the Project Manager in planning and executing assigned infrastructure and architectural projects.
• Identify client and stakeholder project needs, objectives, and expected outcomes.
• Support the development of detailed project plans outlining activities, responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Coordinate project implementation activities in accordance with established plans.
• Assist with organizing project tasks and monitoring their completion.
• Support the identification of activities requiring additional coordination or management attention.
• Work with relevant team members to maintain progress against project objectives.
• Carry out assigned project management responsibilities efficiently and systematically.

Project Team Coordination

• Assist with coordinating the activities of project team members.
• Support task delegation and the allocation of assigned responsibilities.
• Help organize team work schedules and project activities.
• Monitor the status of assigned tasks and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Coordinate with team members to support the timely completion of project deliverables.
• Communicate project priorities and relevant instructions from the Project Manager.
• Support effective collaboration between engineering, architectural, and project support personnel.
• Assist with resolving routine coordination issues affecting project activities.

Project Progress Monitoring and Reporting

• Track project progress against established plans and assigned activities.
• Prepare regular progress updates for review by the Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of completed, ongoing, and outstanding project tasks.
• Collect relevant project information to support progress reporting.
• Identify delays or coordination issues requiring management attention.
• Assist with preparing project status summaries and supporting reports.
• Communicate progress information to relevant project stakeholders when required.
• Support consistent monitoring of project activities and deliverable completion.

Project Documentation and Records Management

• Organize and maintain project reports, correspondence, and supporting documentation.
• Establish and maintain structured project filing and recordkeeping practices.
• Ensure relevant project information is recorded and stored appropriately.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of project documentation.
• Assist with retrieving project records for reporting, coordination, and administrative purposes.
• Maintain accurate records of assigned activities and project deliverables.
• Coordinate with project personnel to obtain required documentation.
• Support the completeness and organization of project information throughout assigned activities.

Project Deliverables Coordination

• Assist with preparing project deliverables and supporting documentation.
• Review and proofread project documents for clarity, completeness, and presentation.
• Coordinate with team members to collect information required for project submissions.
• Track the preparation and completion of assigned deliverables.
• Support timely submission of project documentation.
• Identify missing information or incomplete deliverables requiring follow-up.
• Maintain records of deliverable status and related correspondence.
• Assist the Project Manager in coordinating deliverable requirements with relevant stakeholders.

Client and Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise with clients and project stakeholders regarding assigned project matters.
• Assist with identifying stakeholder expectations and project requirements.
• Communicate relevant project information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate responses to routine project inquiries.
• Support discussions concerning project details, schedules, and deliverables.
• Follow up on outstanding stakeholder requests and coordination actions.
• Maintain professional communication with project team members and external parties.
• Support the Project Manager in maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.

Project Data Analysis and Administrative Support

• Collect and analyse project data as required.
• Prepare supporting information for project management reviews.
• Assist with scheduling meetings and coordinating participant availability.
• Prepare meeting-related documentation and administrative correspondence.
• Support the drafting of invoices and project estimates.
• Organize project files and administrative records.
• Assist with routine project reporting and documentation activities.
• Perform additional administrative responsibilities assigned by the Project Manager.

Multiple Project Coordination

• Support the coordination of activities across multiple assigned projects.
• Organize competing tasks and priorities according to project requirements.
• Maintain visibility of outstanding actions and upcoming deliverables.
• Assist with coordinating team responsibilities across concurrent project activities.
• Monitor assigned deadlines and communicate potential scheduling conflicts.
• Apply effective time management and organizational practices.
• Support consistent project administration and reporting across assigned work.
• Maintain attention to detail while handling multiple responsibilities.

Project Management Support and Problem Resolution

• Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day project management activities.
• Identify routine project coordination challenges and communicate them to relevant personnel.
• Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to assigned project matters.
• Support the preparation of practical recommendations for project-related issues.
• Coordinate follow-up actions arising from project meetings and management discussions.
• Maintain accurate records of assigned responsibilities and completed actions.
• Support the orderly and efficient execution of project tasks.
• Perform other relevant duties assigned by the Project Manager.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Minimum 7 years of professional project management experience.
• Experience managing or supporting infrastructure and architectural projects.
• Practical experience using project management software.
• Understanding of project planning, coordination, execution, and progress monitoring.
• Ability to prepare and maintain project plans, reports, and documentation.
• Experience coordinating project tasks and deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational abilities.
• Excellent multitasking skills.
• Ability to manage responsibilities across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective stakeholder communication and coordination capabilities.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong attention to detail when preparing project documentation and reports.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain performance and manage responsibilities under pressure.

Technical and Professional Competencies

• Infrastructure project management.
• Architectural project coordination.
• Project planning and execution support.
• Project management software.
• Project task scheduling and coordination.
• Team task delegation and follow-up.
• Project progress tracking.
• Project status reporting.
• Project documentation management.
• Project deliverable preparation.
• Document proofreading and review.
• Client and stakeholder communication.
• Multidisciplinary team coordination.
• Project data collection and analysis.
• Meeting scheduling and administrative coordination.
• Invoice drafting and project estimate preparation.
• Project records and filing management.
• Multiple project coordination.
• Task prioritization and time management.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Organizational and multitasking skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Teamwork and professional collaboration.

Working at Parsons

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the coordination and delivery of infrastructure and architectural projects in Abu Dhabi. The position provides an opportunity to apply project management experience while working with engineering, architectural, and multidisciplinary project teams. You will assist with project planning, team coordination, documentation, progress monitoring, and communication with clients and stakeholders. You will contribute to the organized execution of assigned projects by maintaining accurate information, coordinating deliverables, and supporting the Project Manager in day-to-day project activities.

Parsons promotes professional development, teamwork, technical excellence, and employee wellbeing. The company values individuals who demonstrate accountability, effective communication, and a collaborative approach to project delivery.

About Parsons Corporation

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, technical consulting, design, and project services across infrastructure and development sectors. Its multidisciplinary teams support project planning, engineering coordination, construction supervision, and project delivery. The company emphasizes innovation, collaboration, professional development, and effective project management practices.

Parsons is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.