Construction Manager (Marine)

WSP USA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East Limited – Dubai is seeking a senior Construction Manager (Marine) to lead all marine construction activities for Abu Dhabi Ports initiatives. You will manage contractors, monitor progress, ensure compliance with specs and regulations, and serve as the main liaison with clients and consultants.

You will develop execution plans, supervise subcontractors, and maintain schedule integrity while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Marine, or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in marine construction, preferably on port or offshore infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record managing large‑scale marine contracts and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of marine construction methods, dredging, quay wall, and pier works.
• Familiarity with UAE maritime regulations, Abu Dhabi Ports standards, and international codes (e.g., ISO, IEC).
• Excellent project management skills with proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high safety performance and lead HSE initiatives.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills with clients, consultants, and government agencies.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
• Fluent English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marine construction execution plans aligned with project specifications and schedules.
• Manage and supervise subcontractors, ensuring performance, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Monitor daily construction progress, resolve technical issues, and adjust plans to maintain schedule integrity.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international maritime regulations, codes, and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication.
• Prepare and review construction documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, and progress reports.
• Control project budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Lead safety initiatives, conduct site inspections, and enforce health and safety policies.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder leadership

Safety management

English language

Arabic language (advantage)

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil/Marine/Structural Engineering

PE or Chartered Engineer preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

The Construction Manager (Marine) for WSP Middle East Limited – Dubai will direct all marine construction activities for Abu Dhabi Ports initiatives. This role oversees contractors, monitors progress, guarantees compliance with specifications and regulations, and acts as the primary liaison with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and implement marine construction execution plans aligned with project specifications and schedules.

• Manage and supervise subcontractors, ensuring performance, safety, and quality standards are met.

• Monitor daily construction progress, resolve technical issues, and adjust plans to maintain schedule integrity.

• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international maritime regulations, codes, and environmental requirements.

• Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication.

• Prepare and review construction documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, and progress reports.

• Control project budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost‑saving measures without compromising quality.

• Lead safety initiatives, conduct site inspections, and enforce WSP’s health‑and‑safety policies.

• Manage change orders, variations, and claims, ensuring proper documentation and stakeholder approval.

• Deliver final handover packages, including as‑built drawings, operation manuals, and warranty documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Marine, or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in marine construction, preferably on port or offshore infrastructure projects.

• Proven track record managing large‑scale marine contracts and multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong knowledge of marine construction methods, dredging, quay wall, and pier works.

• Familiarity with UAE maritime regulations, Abu Dhabi Ports standards, and international codes (e.g., ISO, IEC).

• Excellent project management skills with proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain high safety performance and lead HSE initiatives.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills with clients, consultants, and government agencies.

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer status is preferred.

• Fluent English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.