Associate Project Manager

Stryker Corporation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A multinational medical technology firm is seeking a professional to assist in project planning and execution for substation projects in Abu Dhabi. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering, along with 7-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in the GCC region. Responsibilities include developing project plans, monitoring budgets and schedules, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of project management tools and contract understanding, particularly FIDIC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• 7-10 years of experience in substation projects.
• Prior GCC project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing detailed project plans and schedules.
• Support execution of projects in line with contract scope.
• Coordinate with teams and monitor daily site activities.
• Support preparation and monitoring of project budgets.
• Track project progress against approved schedules.
• Assist in contract administration and coordination with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with QHSE policies and client requirements.
• Maintain proper project documentation and reporting.
• Assist in identifying project risks and mitigation measures.

Skills

Substation construction knowledge

Project management tools

Contract understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

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.

Qualifications

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).