Handover Manager

Atkins Realis; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Handover Manager to lead the final delivery phase of major rail projects. The role involves developing handover strategies, ensuring compliance with documentation, and managing client relationships during transitions. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills, a focus on stakeholder satisfaction, and experience in defect management. Competitive rewards and benefits, including flexible work solutions, are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Discretionary bonus program

Qualifications

• Experience in project handover and managing compliance requirements.
• Ability to oversee and rectify defects during snagging inspections.
• Strong communication skills to manage client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the final delivery phase of major rail infrastructure projects.
• Develop comprehensive handover strategies aligned with project timelines.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete and compliant.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Documentation Compliance

Team Leadership

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a seasoned Handover Manager to lead the final delivery phase of major rail infrastructure projects in the UAE. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless transition from construction to operations, maintaining compliance, and achieving client satisfaction.

Your Role

• Project Handover Planning
  • Develop and implement comprehensive handover strategies aligned with project timelines.
  • Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, and client teams to ensure readiness for handover.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Ensure all project documentation (as-built drawings, warranties, manuals) is complete and compliant.
  • Liaise with legal and regulatory bodies to meet local handover requirements.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the handover phase.
  • Manage expectations and resolve issues to ensure client satisfaction.
• Snagging & Defect Liability
  • Oversee snagging inspections and ensure timely rectification of defects.
  • Monitor defect liability periods and coordinate with contractors for follow‑ups.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead cross‑functional teams including engineers, coordinators and customer service.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote best practices in handover management.

About You

• Project Handover Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive handover strategies aligned with project timelines.
• Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, and client teams to ensure readiness for handover.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all project documentation (as-built drawings, warranties, manuals) is complete and compliant.
• Liaise with legal and regulatory bodies to meet local handover requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the handover phase.
• Manage expectations and resolve issues to ensure client satisfaction.
• Snagging & Defect Liability: Oversee snagging inspections and ensure timely rectification of defects.
• Monitor defect liability periods and coordinate with contractors for follow‑ups.
• Team Leadership: Lead cross‑functional teams including engineers, coordinators and customer service.
• Mentor junior staff and promote best practices in handover management.

Rewards & Benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax‑free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations)
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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