Senior Project & Engineering Manager - Energy Infrastructure

BlackStone eIT; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and infrastructure company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Project / Engineering Manager to lead the delivery of crucial energy projects. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in oil & gas or related sectors, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include overseeing project planning, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in oil & gas, energy infrastructure, or related sectors.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience in project delivery, planning, and budgeting.
• Strong background in stakeholder management and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of energy and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution.
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure performance alignment.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and overall performance metrics.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders including government and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards.
• Support project reporting, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management & leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving & decision-making

Strong communication & coordination skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Petroleum, or equivalent)

Job description

A leading energy and infrastructure company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Project / Engineering Manager to lead the delivery of crucial energy projects. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in oil & gas or related sectors, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include overseeing project planning, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact project success.