Safety Manager - Bridge and Infrastructure Construction

AECOM Corporation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life, disability benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to join its Transportation project team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will lead development, implementation and monitoring of occupational health and safety programmes for major bridge and infrastructure construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of safety management experience in construction or infrastructure, with expertise in compliance, risk assessment, incident investigation and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in construction or infrastructure safety management.
• Proven expertise in occupational health and safety compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing safety programmes.
• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
• Familiarity with UAE safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies for bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Lead site safety inspections and enforce compliance with procedures.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments across sites.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate safety training for project personnel.
• Prepare safety reports for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with UAE standards.

Skills

Safety Management

Hazard Identification

Incident Investigation

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Coordination

Training Programs

Job description

Safety Manager - Bridge and Infrastructure Construction Job Snapshot Role: Safety Manager Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Occupational Health and Safety Experience: Minimum 15 years in construction or infrastructure safety management Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to join its Transportation project team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will lead the development, implementation and monitoring of occupational health and safety programmes for major bridge and infrastructure construction projects. This position is responsible for maintaining safe construction environments, identifying potential hazards, evaluating operational risks and ensuring compliance with applicable UAE safety regulations and relevant international standards. Working closely with project managers, site supervisors, contractors, subcontractors and other stakeholders, the Safety Manager will oversee site safety inspections, incident investigations, emergency preparedness, workforce training and safety performance reporting. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of professional experience in construction or infrastructure safety management, with proven expertise in occupational health and safety compliance, risk assessment, incident investigation and the implementation of effective safety management programmes.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Occupational Health and Safety Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Management and Programme Development - Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies, procedures and protocols for bridge and infrastructure construction projects.
• - Establish project-specific safety management practices aligned with applicable regulatory and contractual requirements.
• - Maintain and review safety procedures to address changing construction activities and site conditions.
• - Coordinate implementation of occupational health and safety requirements across project teams.
• - Monitor compliance with approved safety policies and established site procedures.
• - Promote a proactive safety culture among employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• - Work with project leadership to integrate safety considerations into construction planning and execution.
• - Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of existing safety management arrangements.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment - Conduct comprehensive hazard assessments across active infrastructure construction sites.
• - Identify potential risks associated with construction activities, equipment and working environments.
• - Evaluate workplace hazards and assess their potential consequences.
• - Develop appropriate risk mitigation recommendations.
• - Coordinate with site supervisors and contractors to address identified safety concerns.
• - Review site conditions to identify emerging hazards as construction activities progress.
• - Monitor implementation of preventive measures and risk control procedures.
• - Maintain accurate records of risk assessments and associated corrective actions.
• Construction Site Safety Inspections - Perform regular safety inspections of construction sites and work areas.
• - Evaluate construction equipment and working practices against applicable safety requirements.
• - Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with approved safety procedures.
• - Identify unsafe conditions, practices and potential regulatory violations.
• - Communicate inspection findings to responsible project personnel.
• - Recommend corrective measures to address identified deficiencies.
• - Follow up on outstanding safety observations and verify implementation of required actions.
• - Maintain inspection records and supporting documentation.
• Incident Investigation and Corrective Actions - Investigate construction site accidents, safety incidents and near‑miss events.
• - Gather relevant information and evidence to establish the circumstances of incidents.
• - Conduct root cause analyses to identify contributing factors.
• - Prepare investigation findings and recommendations.
• - Develop corrective and preventive action plans in coordination with project stakeholders.
• - Monitor implementation of agreed corrective measures.
• - Evaluate recurring incidents and identify opportunities for additional preventive controls.
• - Maintain accurate incident investigation records and reports.
• Contractor and Subcontractor Safety Compliance - Monitor the implementation of safety requirements by contractors and subcontractors.
• - Coordinate with contractor management teams to address workplace safety concerns.
• - Verify compliance with applicable site safety procedures.
• - Review contractor safety performance and identify areas requiring improvement.
• - Communicate relevant safety instructions and regulatory requirements.
• - Support corrective action planning where contractor safety deficiencies are identified.
• - Encourage consistent safety practices across project activities.
• - Maintain effective professional relationships while enforcing applicable safety requirements.
• Health and Safety Training - Develop and coordinate safety training programmes for project personnel.
• - Provide safety orientation sessions for employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• - Communicate project-specific safety procedures and expectations.
• - Promote awareness of workplace hazards and preventive measures.
• - Support training activities addressing safe construction practices and regulatory compliance.
• - Coordinate with site management to identify additional training requirements.
• - Encourage workforce participation in safety improvement initiatives.
• - Maintain relevant safety training and orientation records.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response - Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to develop emergency response plans.
• - Support preparation of site evacuation procedures.
• - Coordinate emergency preparedness requirements with relevant construction teams.
• - Review emergency arrangements against identified project risks.
• - Communicate emergency response responsibilities to relevant personnel.
• - Support implementation of approved emergency procedures.
• - Identify opportunities to improve emergency preparedness across project sites.
• - Maintain relevant emergency planning documentation.
• Personal Protective Equipment and Safe Work Practices - Monitor the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during construction activities.
• - Verify compliance with applicable PPE requirements.
• - Identify unsafe working practices and communicate required improvements.
• - Promote awareness of appropriate protective measures.
• - Coordinate with contractors to address deficiencies in PPE usage.
• - Monitor implementation of relevant site safety protocols.
• - Encourage consistent application of preventive safety practices.
• Safety Performance Monitoring and Reporting - Establish and monitor relevant safety performance indicators.
• - Collect and analyse safety performance information from project sites.
• - Identify incident trends, recurring hazards and areas requiring improvement.
• - Prepare safety reports for project management and relevant stakeholders.
• - Maintain accurate records of inspections, investigations, training and corrective actions.
• - Present safety performance findings and improvement recommendations.
• - Support continuous improvement through evidence-based safety assessments.
• - Ensure safety documentation meets applicable UAE regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance and Stakeholder Communication - Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety requirements applicable to infrastructure construction in the UAE.
• - Maintain awareness of relevant local and international construction safety standards.
• - Communicate changes in applicable safety regulations and industry practices.
• - Coordinate safety-related matters with project managers, contractors and other stakeholders.
• - Provide relevant safety information to management, workers and regulatory authorities as required.
• - Support the preparation of documentation needed for regulatory compliance.
• - Communicate safety expectations clearly across project teams.
• - Promote transparent reporting of safety risks, incidents and corrective actions.
• Continuous Safety Improvement - Review safety performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• - Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented preventive and corrective measures.
• - Recommend improvements to safety procedures and site practices.
• - Promote the adoption of relevant construction safety best practices.
• - Encourage proactive identification and reporting of potential hazards.
• - Support initiatives aimed at reducing workplace incidents and improving safety performance.
• - Work with project leadership to strengthen safety awareness and accountability.

Qualifications and Education

The source vacancy does not specify a mandatory academic degree or professional safety certification. Candidates must demonstrate substantial professional experience and technical expertise in construction safety management, occupational health and safety compliance, hazard identification and risk assessment.

Required Professional Experience

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in safety management within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Practical experience working on infrastructure construction projects.
• Proven expertise in occupational health and safety management and compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing construction safety programmes.
• Demonstrated experience conducting safety inspections and workplace risk assessments.
• Experience investigating accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Strong knowledge of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis.
• Experience implementing corrective and preventive safety measures.
• Familiarity with construction safety requirements and regulations applicable in the UAE.
• Experience coordinating safety matters with project teams, contractors and relevant stakeholders.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety management principles.
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with safety considerations associated with bridge and infrastructure construction.
• Expertise in hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of incident investigation and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Understanding of corrective and preventive action procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement project safety policies and protocols.
• Knowledge of construction site inspection and safety audit procedures.
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment requirements.
• Understanding of emergency response and evacuation planning.
• Ability to monitor and interpret safety performance indicators.
• Knowledge of UAE construction safety regulations and relevant international standards.
• Competence in preparing safety reports and maintaining compliance documentation.
• Ability to develop and deliver workforce safety training and orientation programmes.

Leadership and Professional Competencies

• Strong safety leadership and management capabilities.
• Ability to promote a positive safety culture across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent analytical and risk assessment skills.
• Sound professional judgment when evaluating workplace hazards.
• Effective incident investigation and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, contractors and site supervisors.
• Confidence in addressing unsafe practices and recommending corrective actions.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret safety performance data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Commitment to regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvement.
• Professional approach to managing safety responsibilities on major infrastructure projects.

Recruitment and Onboarding

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Working at AECOM

Employees can develop their expertise through professional training, technical resources and involvement in projects that support safer, more sustainable and resilient infrastructure.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and employee perks.
• Flexible work options.
• Well‑being resources and employee assistance programmes.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee stock purchase plans.

AECOM promotes an inclusive and collaborative workplace that supports professional growth, respect and teamwork.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM supports fair employment practices and handles candidate information confidentially in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity guidelines.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. The company partners with public‑and private‑sector clients to develop innovative, sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions. Its services span advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management and construction management. AECOM employs more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, planners, designers, scientists, digital innovators and construction management specialists. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.

Official Website: aecom.com

Job Reference: J10163869

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Safety, Health & Environment