Project Director (Sewerage & Pumping Stations)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure restoration seeks a Senior Project Management Consultant to lead the PMC team on a major wastewater pumping station project in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will manage all project phases, ensuring effective coordination between stakeholders while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards. Strong leadership, extensive experience in wastewater management, and PMP certification are essential for this full-time role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of experience in wastewater management focused on deep pump stations.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role on infrastructure projects.
• PMP certification and P.E. / Chartered Engineer status required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMC team overseeing major infrastructure restoration projects.
• Manage EPC contract ensuring successful execution from assessment to commissioning.
• Ensure project adherence to HSE standards and quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

EPC Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

• Lead the Project Management Consultant (PMC) team overseeing the recovery of a major infrastructure restoration project of a deep wastewater pumping station.
• Manage the EPC contract for the restoration, ensuring successful execution through all phases : condition assessment, refurbishment, enhancement, and commissioning.
• Oversee scope, schedule, interface, procurement, cost, quality, risk, change, and communication management.
• Facilitate smooth coordination between contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Ensure project adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards and quality assurance.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in wastewater management, with a focus on deep pump stations and similar large-scale projects.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role on major infrastructure restoration projects.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and P.E. / Chartered Engineer status.
• Strong expertise in EPC project management, contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

City : Abu Dhabi

State / Province : UAE

Country : United Arab Emirates

Job Category : Project Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Job Type : Regular

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