PROJECT MANAGER (TRANSCO Water Transmission System Project)

Emarat Aloula Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in infrastructure projects. This role involves leading project execution, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with local authority regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or mechanical engineering, alongside demonstrated leadership in large-scale projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on significant infrastructure initiatives within the UAE.

Qualifications

• 20 to 25 years of experience in infrastructure projects, especially in UAE.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of local authority requirements and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead major infrastructure works, ensuring project performance and quality.
• Oversee construction activities to align with plans and safety regulations.
• Manage project budgets and monitor costs throughout execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Budgeting

Value Engineering

Project Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Project planning and scheduling tools

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Civil, Mechanical)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

• Project Leadership: Lead the planning and execution of major infrastructure works involving water transmission lines, piping networks, HDD crossings, and pumping stations. Take full responsibility for project performance, quality, and delivery.
• Design Review and Technical Oversight: Review and approve project design drawings, shop drawings, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project specifications and authority standards. Guide and supervise the technical office team.
• Construction Management: Oversee all construction activities, ensuring alignment with approved plans, safety regulations, and project timelines. Coordinate closely with site teams and contractors to maintain progress and quality standards.
• Budget and Cost Control: Develop project budgets and monitor costs throughout execution. Apply cost control measures and evaluate opportunities for cost optimization without affecting project scope or quality.
• Value Engineering: Initiate and participate in value engineering exercises to enhance project efficiency and technical feasibility while reducing avoidable costs.
• Planning and Monitoring: Prepare and manage detailed project schedules. Monitor progress, assess risks, and implement corrective measures to avoid delays and ensure delivery as per contract requirements.
• Authority Liaison: Handle all permitting and approval processes with Abu Dhabi authorities, ensuring full compliance and timely clearances.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, and local authorities. Ensure smooth communication, resolve issues, and align all parties toward common project objectives.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSc) or related discipline.
• 20 to 25 years of experience in infrastructure and utility projects, including water transmission pipelines, HDD works beneath water bodies, and pumping stations.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale infrastructure projects in the UAE, particularly within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
• Previous TRANSCO approval as Project Manager is preferred and will be considered an added value.
• Strong knowledge of local authority requirements, permitting, and approval procedures.
• Experienced in managing multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and interface coordination across multiple work fronts.
• Extensive background in project budgeting, cost tracking, financial reporting, and commercial awareness.
• Sound experience in value engineering and practical, cost-efficient design and execution approaches.
• Proficiency in project planning and scheduling tools, with the ability to track and manage progress.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex project environments and deliver results under pressure.

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Emarat Aloula Contracting is a multidiscipline general contractor that also provides extensive facilities management services, working with a wide range of sectors from petrochemical to water. The services delivered by the business include infrastructure projects development, fabrication services, EPC, scaffolding services, engineering, and construction. The expansive Emarat Aloula facilities cover an area of 280,000m2, with six covered fabrication bays, a painting area, and ample storage space for both raw materials and finished products. EAC employs 2500 people from multiple countries and has built strong relationships with some of the leading EPC firms in the region. Emarat Aloula Contracting Co. has worked with a number of private and government institutions such as ADWEA Waste-Water Plant, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City and Dubai Festival City Mall. ASC created the PRIDE Core Foundation, based on Planning, Reliability, Innovation, Determination, and Experience. We live by these values in every project we undertake to ensure high levels of quality are always implemented.