Project Manager

Vodafone; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure project management seeks a highly skilled Pre-Contract Project Manager to oversee planning and coordination during the pre-construction phase. The ideal candidate has a background in engineering or architecture with 5-7 years of project management experience. In this role, you will ensure project feasibility and cost-effectiveness while managing stakeholders and facilitating design coordination meetings.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in project management.
• Proven track record in managing complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-contract phase of multi-disciplinary construction projects.
• Coordinate design development across teams.
• Ensure design output aligns with project scope and budget.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Project management methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Services or Structural Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM are seeking a highly skilled Pre-Contract Project Manager with a strong background in Architecture, or MEP / Structural disciplines to oversee the planning and coordination of projects during the pre-construction phase. This role is critical to ensuring project feasibility, cost effectiveness, and readiness for execution.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the pre-contract phase of multi-disciplinary construction projects.
• Coordinate design development across Architectural, MEP, and Structural teams.
• Develop and manage project briefs, design programs, and milestone schedules.
• Ensure design output aligns with project scope, budget, and client expectations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for consultants, clients, and internal stakeholders during the pre-contract phase.
• Facilitate design and technical coordination meetings.
• Provide clear communication of project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Identify design and procurement risks early and propose mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to value engineering exercises to optimize cost without compromising quality or performance.
• Ensure all design and tender documents comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of all pre-contract activities, correspondence, and approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Services or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in project management, with a focus on pre-contract design phase
• Proven track record in managing complex construction or engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices
• Excellent skills in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and stakeholder management

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM 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 our 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 that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

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 in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. 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. Here, 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.