Graduate Project Coordinator

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Graduate Project Coordinator. This opportunity is exclusively for UAE Nationals. You will support Civil Infrastructure design projects, manage project execution, and collaborate with teams. Candidates must be recent graduates with a Bachelor's in Engineering and a GPA of 2.8 or higher. This role offers excellent training in project coordination and hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Recent 2024 or 2025 graduates eligible for the program.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8 or equivalent required.
• Only UAE Nationals with a family book considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Project Managers in project delivery.
• Coordinate with the Design Team.
• Manage project execution plans and status reports.
• Identify and address risks and issues.

Skills

Project coordination

Collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

This opportunity is part of AECOMs Fursa Program and open exclusively to UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

Overview

Join AECOM's 2025 Graduate Program as a Graduate Project Coordinator. In this role you will support Civil Infrastructure design projects and assist in pre-contract project delivery while following predictive project management procedures. You will gain exposure to projects such as Transportation Planning, Highways Design, Geotechnical Structures and more, with training in key areas below.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day assistance to Senior Project Managers in project delivery
• Assisting in proposal preparation and tender submission procedures
• Coordinating and collaborating with the Design Team
• Developing and managing project execution plans, organization charts, and status reports
• Working closely and effectively with clients and internal project teams
• Managing daily program activities throughout the project life cycle
• Defining program governance and controls
• Planning and monitoring the overall program progress
• Managing the programs budget
• Identifying and addressing risks and issues
• Coordinating projects and their interdependencies
• Optimizing resource utilization across projects
• Managing stakeholder communication
• Aligning project deliverables with program outcomes in collaboration with the business change manager
• Overseeing main program documentation such as the program initiation document

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop essential project coordination skills and gain hands-on experience in project management within the architectural design field. Join us and be part of a dynamic team driving innovative projects forward.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering with exposure to one or more of the following subjects from an accredited university
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for AECOMs Graduate Program
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above
• As part of AECOMs commitment to Emiratisation and in compliance with UAE labour law only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects—both locally and globally—that transform our industry. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. You’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community, where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time