Project Manager - Landscape

KBR, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and technology firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Project Manager for Landscaping projects. This role requires managing landscaping contracts, overseeing project execution, maintaining stakeholder communication, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience, including 5 years in a similar role in the Middle East, and possess strong leadership and project management skills. This position offers the chance to contribute to the development of essential infrastructure and communities in Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years overall experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Minimum of 5 years working in the Middle East.
• CLMI Required.
• Knowledge of operational aspects of civil infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the execution of Landscaping construction contracts.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Coordinate with the assigned Engineer for contract compliance.
• Ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Planning & organising

HSE Awareness

Education

BSc in engineering or architecture

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Project Manager - Landscape

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Project Description

KBR has been appointed under a framework agreement with the largest developer in Abu Dhabi to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects that contribute to Abu Dhabi's growth. This includes developing essential infrastructure such as transportation networks and utilities, alongside public spaces and involving also the shaping of thriving communities by managing the development of residential housing projects and ensuring the quality of new educational facilities, together with the development of mosques and maximizing urban space through infill development projects. This PMC role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on Abu Dhabi's built environment.

The Role

Reports to the Project Director for ensuring delivery of 1 or more project sites.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the execution of Landscaping construction contracts in alignment with Project objectives.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including Contractors, Consultants, and Client representatives.
• Monitor and report on project progress against approved schedules and milestones.
• Present progress reports, dashboards, and key updates to PMC management and the Client.
• Coordinate with the assigned Engineer to ensure proper administration of the contract in compliance with the Contract Terms & Conditions.
• Ensure quality standards are met in all aspects of the works, in accordance with project specifications and Client expectations.
• Enforce highest standards of health and safety compliance as a priority through all stages of the project
• Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage change processes effectively, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Provide input and analysis for contractor Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
• Ensure familiarity with authority handover requirements and integrate them into project planning.
• Ensure the Engineer is managing the permitting, NOCs, and material approval processes in compliance with local authority regulations.
• Developing a high performing team that strives for quality, safety, cost, and schedule improvements at every opportunity with all delivery partners, challenging and seeking to improve the project deliverables.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• BSc, engineering, architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum of 15 years overall experience
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role
• Minimum of 5 years working in Middle East
• CLMI Required
• Experience managing the facilities design, or the planning and coordination of capital projects that included the overall design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities
• Knowledge of operational aspects of civil infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, and utilities with experience in construction management
• Excellent report writing and communication skills and User of MS Office
• A high standard of spoken and written English, Arabic speaking advantageous

Competencies

• Leadership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commercial awareness
• Strong customer focus

• Planning & organising
• Accepts Responsibility

• HSE Awareness