Associate Project Manager

ElsewedyElectric; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Project Manager for substation projects. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience within EPC or utility environments and a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering. Responsibilities include developing project plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring stakeholder coordination. Familiarity with project management tools like Primavera P6 is essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment in a rapidly growing sector.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in substation projects (AIS/GIS) within EPC or utility environments.
• Prior experience in GCC projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and work programs.
• Monitor daily site activities and ensure alignment with project plans.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Support contract administration activities and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Project scheduling

Budget monitoring

Risk management

Quality assurance

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Project Planning & Execution

• Assist in developing detailed project plans, schedules, and work programs for substation projects.

• Support execution of projects in line with contract scope, specifications, and approved timelines.

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.

• Monitor daily site activities and ensure alignment with project plans.

Cost & Budget Control

• Support preparation and monitoring of project budgets and cost forecasts.

• Assist in tracking project expenditures, variations, and claims.

• Coordinate with QS/Project Control teams for cost reporting and payment applications.

Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• Track project progress against approved baseline schedules.

• Identify delays, risks, and corrective actions in coordination with the Project Manager.

• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.

Contract & Stakeholder Management

• Support contract administration activities, including correspondence and documentation.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Assist in managing subcontractor performance and deliverables.

Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)

• Ensure project activities comply with company QHSE policies and client requirements.

• Support implementation of approved method statements, risk assessments, and ITPs.

• Participate in site inspections, audits, and safety meetings.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain proper project documentation, logs, and records.

• Assist in preparation of technical submittals, method statements, and project reports.

• Support project close-out activities including as-built drawings and handover documents.

Risk & Issue Management

• Assist in identifying project risks and mitigation measures.

• Escalate critical issues to the Project Manager with proposed solutions.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Civil Engineering.

Experience

• 7–10 years of experience in substation projects (AIS/GIS) within EPC or utility environments.

• Prior experience in GCC projects is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of substation construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

• Familiarity with project management tools and reporting systems (Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel).

• Understanding of contracts (FIDIC knowledge is an advantage).