Project Manager

Applus+ Asia Middle East and Africa; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in infrastructure management. The role involves supervising pavement assessment projects and liaising with stakeholders, including city officials. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills, with preference for Arabic speakers. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in project management and infrastructure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, preferably Arabic speaking.
• Knowledge of local pavement inspection and maintenance guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise project planning, scheduling, and risk analysis.
• Engage with city officials and coordinate project works.
• Oversee data collection and analysis, ensuring quality deliverables.

Skills

Pavement Condition Assessment

Proficiency in PMS software (MicroPAVER)

Knowledge about GIS

Data Collection and Analysis

Civil Engineering Fundamentals

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering

Tools

Laser Crack Measurement System

LiDAR Mobile Mapping System

Job description

Responsibilities

• Pavement Condition Assessment
• Experience in evaluating pavement surface distress, roughness, and structural integrity using visual surveys or automated tools.
• Pavement Management Systems (PMS)
• Proficiency in using PMS software like MicroPAVER, or similar for data input, analysis, and decision-making.
• GIS and Mapping Tools
• Knowledge about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for spatial data analysis and visualization of pavement performance data on networks level.
• ROW Assets Management
• Knowledge of infrastructure asset lifecycle, budgeting, and prioritization for maintenance and rehabilitation.
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Knowledge about LCMS, LiDAR Mobile Mapping System, GPR, Friction Tester and other pavement evaluation equipment. Competence in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing pavement condition data to support evidence-based decisions.
• Project Planning, Scheduling, Mitigation Measures and Risk Analysis
• Ability to develop maintenance strategies, cost estimates, and timelines for pavement improvement plans. Also, identifying Mitigation Measures and Risk Analysis
• Civil Engineering Fundamentals
• Solid understanding of transportation engineering principles, materials, and pavement design.
• Technical Reporting and Documentation
• Experience preparing technical reports, condition summaries, and documentation for stakeholders.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
• Preferably Arabic Speaking, Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with city officials, engineers, and the public.
• Knowledge of Standards and Guidelines

Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, FHWA, or local pavement inspection and maintenance guidelines.

Project Manager shall be required who will be well versed in maintenance and management of roads, bridges and infrastructure assets. He shall have proficiency in analysis and optimization of Road Assets Networks.

The Project Manager shall be required to liaise with the Department at all stages of the project works. The Engineers approved by the Department only liaises with the Employer.

Supervise and monitor the Automated Data Collection using Laser Crack Measurement System & Mobile Mapping LiDAR Scanners.

Knowledge of Pavement Maintenance, Pavement Decision Trees, Deterioration Models, Asset Valuation

Responsible for developing a comprehensive project plan that outlines the scope, budget, timeline, and resources required to complete the project successfully. The Project Manager shall be assisted by supporting staff that may include but not limited to a survey engineers, Pavement Specialist, GIS Specialists, GIS Technicians, Pavement Condition Inspectors, Data Processing Technicians/ Analysts and equipment support staff as required to produce quality deliverables in specified time. The input duration of these staff shall cover the total requirement of their Task periods, which shall be agreed with the Client. The staff once agreed shall not be removed from the project without prior approval of the Client.

Follow up survey work, supervise on preparation of scope of work and time plan, supervise on operation, maintenance and calibration of equipment, supervise database quality control and uploading to database, trying to find out solutions for any problems facing the survey works, other tasks related to the nature of the required work.

Minimum B.Sc. in Civil Engineering or relevant discipline.

15 + years of relevant experience