Dredging Works Manager

NMDC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC in the United Arab Emirates seeks a senior dredging project manager to lead all dredging operations, including capital and maintenance dredging and reclamation projects. You will develop execution plans, schedules, and allocate resources, coordinating dredgers, vessels, and equipment to meet targets.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and a solid understanding of marine construction, contracts, and HSE regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Marine/Coastal Engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead dredging operations including capital dredging, maintenance dredging, and reclamation.
• Develop and implement project execution plans, work schedules, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate deployment and utilization of dredgers, support vessels, floating equipment, and plant.
• Monitor daily production, project progress, and operational performance to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and productivity improvements.
• Supervise and mentor project teams including Engineers, Superintendents, Surveyors, and Marine Supervisors.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities for smooth execution.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, environmental regulations, and marine safety requirements.
• Review hydrographic surveys, dredging progress reports, and production data to optimize operations.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Prepare regular progress reports and present updates to senior management and clients.
• Resolve technical and operational challenges while maintaining project objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & Scheduling

Project management

Dredging methods

Marine construction

Contractual & commercial

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

HSE knowledge

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or related discipline

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and project management capabilities.
• Sound knowledge of dredging methodologies and marine construction techniques.
• Strong understanding of contractual and commercial aspects of marine projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of international HSE and environmental standards applicable to marine construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all dredging operations, including capital dredging, maintenance dredging, reclamation projects.
• Develop and implement project execution plans, work schedules, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate the deployment and utilization of dredgers, support vessels, floating equipment, and plant.
• Monitor daily production, project progress, and operational performance to achieve project targets.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor project teams, including Engineers, Superintendents, Surveyors, and Marine Supervisors.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, environmental regulations, and marine safety requirements.
• Review hydrographic surveys, dredging progress reports, and production data to optimize operations.
• Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation measures.
• Prepare regular progress reports and present project updates to senior management and clients.
• Resolve technical and operational challenges while maintaining project objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree is an advantage.