Senior Project Manager - Complex Infrastructure Delivery

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects from conception through completion. You will drive coordination among client, design, procurement, cost, planning, construction, and safety teams to meet milestones and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, proactive communication, and proficiency in contract administration across the full lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering complex multidisciplinary projects in a consultancy or client organization setting.
• Demonstrated pre- and post-contract project management across the full lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in contract administration and project management processes.
• Ability to maintain accurate project records in both paper and electronic formats.
• Problem-solving and decision‑making abilities in dynamic environments.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience with conflict resolution and vendor/supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex multidisciplinary projects across all lifecycle stages from planning to handover.
• Maintain proactive client communication with design teams, procurement, cost engineers, and safety personnel.
• Administer contracts and manage stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage scope changes via formal change control; document progress and impacts.
• Build client relationships and explore new opportunities and growth.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies for resilience.
• Oversee QA processes and coordinate with teams to meet standards.
• Prepare detailed project records and reports using traditional and digital systems.
• Lead cross-functional teams with empathy and assertiveness toward goals.

Skills

Project management

Complex project delivery

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Communication

Time management

Vendor management

Change control

Leadership

Education

Master's degree preferred

NEC3/4 Contract Administration Accreditation

Chartered status with RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/APM

Job description

AECOM in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects from conception through completion. You will drive coordination among client, design, procurement, cost, planning, construction, and safety teams to meet milestones and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, proactive communication, and proficiency in contract administration across the full lifecycle.