Marine Dredging Operations Lead

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

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.