Construction Manager (Civil / Landside Utilities)

WSP Global Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Abu Dhabi seeks a Construction Manager (Civil / Landside Utilities) to direct civil and utility construction for Abu Dhabi Ports projects, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality.

You will lead on-site teams and subcontractors, manage procurement and logistics, and coordinate with clients, design engineers, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical and contractual issues. A Civil Engineering degree and 15+ years' experience are required; UAE regs familiarity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in civil and landside utility projects.
• Knowledge of Abu Dhabi Ports regulations and local construction codes.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Leadership and team management with strong communication.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project and BIM tools.
• Professional licensure or UAE registration is an advantage.
• English fluency; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise civil infrastructure and landside utilities at Abu Dhabi Ports sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, Abu Dhabi Ports regulations, and project specs.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules; monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
• Control budgets, track expenditures, and optimize costs.
• Lead subcontractors and on-site teams, fostering collaboration and performance.
• Conduct quality inspections and enforce QA/QC.
• Liaise with clients, design engineers, and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Prepare and present progress reports, risk assessments, and metrics to management.
• Oversee procurement, material handling, and logistics.
• Maintain documentation, record-keeping, and handover for close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM tools

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

The Construction Manager (Civil / Landside Utilities) for WSP Middle East Limited – Dubai Branch (AE013718‑T&I‑01 AE Maritime) will direct all aspects of civil and utility construction across Abu Dhabi Ports projects. This role ensures that works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while meeting all contractual and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all civil infrastructure and landside utility construction activities on Abu Dhabi Ports sites.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, Abu Dhabi Ports regulations, and project specifications.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules, monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Control project budgets, track expenditures, and drive cost‑effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Manage and mentor subcontractors and on‑site teams, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance work environment.
• Conduct regular quality inspections and enforce quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• Liaise with client representatives, design engineers, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical and contractual issues.
• Prepare and present progress reports, risk assessments, and performance metrics to senior management.
• Oversee procurement, material handling, and logistics to ensure timely availability of resources.
• Implement and maintain robust documentation, record‑keeping, and handover processes for project close‑out.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15+ years of experience managing civil and landside utility projects, preferably in port or maritime environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Abu Dhabi Ports regulations and local construction codes.
• Proven track record of delivering large‑scale projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills with the ability to motivate diverse on‑site personnel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and BIM tools.
• Solid understanding of contract administration, procurement processes, and risk management.
• Professional engineering licensure (e.g., PE, UAE professional registration) is an advantage.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.