Senior Manager - Infrastructure Delivery

Expo City Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Expo City Dubai is seeking a Senior Manager - Infrastructure Execution to lead the delivery of roads, utilities and public realm works within the Expo City development. You will manage project teams, contractors and interfaces with design, procurement and authorities to ensure safety, schedule and budget adherence.

You will drive construction excellence, set performance objectives, oversee risk mitigation and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining quality standards across live assets and

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of infrastructure delivery experience.
• Experience in the UAE is essential, in consultancy or client representative roles.
• Knowledge of principal forms of contract and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution strategy for infrastructure works to align with development plans and milestones.
• Monitor budgets, schedules and quality across roads, utilities and public realm.
• Coordinate with design, planning, commercial teams, contractors, consultants and authorities.
• Lead and manage the infrastructure execution team and provide mentorship.
• Oversee site inspections, risk mitigation and contract administration.

Skills

Technical delivery

Team oriented

Interpersonal skills

Commercial awareness

Technical writing

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or Project/Construction Management

Tools

Costing software

Scheduling software

Job description

10 - 15 Years

Permanent

Job Description

Welcome to Expo City Dubai, where innovation and sustainability meet to create a city of endless possibilities. We are a dynamic business hub, host a vibrant cultural scene, and deliver through innovative educational initiatives—we are the city of the future.

We are more than just a destination - we are an ecosystem of opportunity, offering a unique chance to be part of something extraordinary. Together, we are building a sustainable, tech-enabled and human-centric city that will inspire future generations. Here, you will support us in creating the future and experience a world of innovation, growth and prosperity for people and planet.

The Senior Manager - Infrastructure Execution is responsible for leading and managing the execution of infrastructure works including roads, utilities, drainage, and public realm to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards. The role oversees contractors, consultants, and project teams to ensure efficient construction delivery while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and project objectives.

The position requires strong leadership in construction management, stakeholder coordination, and contract administration, ensuring seamless integration between design, procurement, and construction phases.

The Senior Project Manager should actively manage and hold day to day responsibility for the execution of infrastructure projects and delivery of the associated works in accordance with the design and brief requirements and the defined project objectives including performance, schedule and control of cost to the project budget.

The Senior Project Manager must be able to contribute and be experienced in all aspects of the project management as it relates to successful project delivery. The Senior Project Manager shall develop strategies and plans in order to deliver the required infrastructure projects, whilst maintaining road and infrastructure networks to all live and operating asset, buildings, facilities within the Expo City development through the transition stage to full development and build out.

The main responsibilities for this role include:

Strategic Responsibilities

• Lead the execution strategy for infrastructure works to ensure alignment with project development plans, delivery schedules, and organizational objectives.
• Validate and monitor construction schedules for infrastructure works to ensure alignment with overall project milestones and delivery timelines.
• Ensure effective budget management throughout the construction phase, monitoring expenditures and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Implement construction best practices and methodologies to enhance efficiency, safety, and project delivery performance.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards, embedding safety principles across all site activities.
• Support Value Engineering (VE) initiatives during construction to ensure optimal solutions without compromising quality or project objectives.
• Ensure contractors and consultants implement effective strategies for authority approvals, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to strategic planning for infrastructure delivery, identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide regular updates and strategic insights to senior leadership on project progress, risks, and mitigation measures.

Operational Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the execution of infrastructure construction works, including roads, utilities, drainage, and public realm infrastructure.
• Supervise contractor activities to ensure works are executed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and project schedules.
• Coordinate with design, planning, and commercial teams to ensure alignment between design intent and construction execution.
• Monitor construction progress, ensuring adherence to approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Identify construction risks, delays, and technical challenges, implementing effective mitigation measures.
• Review contractor submissions, including method statements, shop drawings, construction schedules, and progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Lead and participate in project meetings, ensuring effective communication and coordination between stakeholders.
• Oversee site inspections and quality control processes to ensure infrastructure works meet required standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities to facilitate inspections, approvals, and permits related to infrastructure works.
• Manage interface coordination between different contractors and infrastructure packages to ensure smooth project execution.
• Review progress reports and provide weekly and monthly updates on construction activities, risks, and project status.
• Support contract administration activities, including variation assessments, claims reviews, and contractor performance monitoring.
• Lead and manage the infrastructure execution team, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and project goals.
• Set clear performance objectives for team members and conduct regular performance evaluations
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members to enhance professional development and technical expertise.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Ensure team members receive appropriate training and development opportunities to enhance their capabilities.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration to improve project delivery outcomes.
• Role model organizational values and behaviors, reinforcing the company’s culture and vision through effective leadership.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills required:

10+ years' infrastructure experience with major consultants/developers as well as:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Project / Construction Management discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience of infrastructure design within the UAE is essential, in a consultancy or client representative role.
• Keep up to date with industry developments with respect to own discipline, other disciplines and engineering innovations and developments on a global scale.
• Lead technical solutions on projects.
• Drive innovation and utilize technological advancement.

The PM must have natural abilities which include:

• Technical Capability & Delivery.
• Overseeing of, and collaboration with project management teams. Interfacing with the projects scheduling, cost, scope development and reporting leads.
• Able to meet deadlines, no exceptions - "Completer Finisher" attributes.
• Team oriented.
• Good technical writing experience.
• Sound knowledge of the principal major forms of contract.
• Good knowledge of the uses of commercial scheduling and estimating software.
• Experience of cost collection, reporting and analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work closely with peers and external customers.
• Commercial awareness in a rapidly changing sector
• Experience in Dubai Authorities Approvals processes