Senior Project Manager - Complex Infrastructure Projects
AECOM Middle East Ltd
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AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead highly complex, multi-phase infrastructure programs across national and regional scopes. You will oversee initiative from initiation to closeout, manage budgets, risks, and stakeholders, and mentor project managers to sustain delivery excellence.
The role requires 20+ years in project management, including 10+ years in senior leadership, and a proven track record in regulatory compliance, environmental considerations, and
Qualifications
- Minimum 20 years of progressive project management experience.
- At least 10 years in a senior or executive-level project management position.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and environmental protection.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex, multi-phase infrastructure projects with national or multi-regional scope.
- Direct all phases of project delivery from initiation to closeout.
- Oversee budgets, resources, and client/regulatory requirements.
- Mentor and supervise Project Managers and cross-functional teams.
- Ensure governance, risk management, and stakeholder alignment across locations.
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Senior Project Manager - Complex Infrastructure Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Senior Project Manager - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Project Management - Experience: Minimum 20 years of progressive project management experience, including at least 10 years in a senior or executive-level role - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Work with Us. Change the World. AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead highly complex, multi-phase projects within its Transportation business line in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position involves managing projects with national or multi-regional scope, potentially covering multiple service disciplines, regulatory requirements, environmental protection, due diligence, and litigation-related complexities. The successful candidate will provide strategic project leadership from initiation through completion, overseeing budgets, resources, regulatory compliance, risk management, and stakeholder relationships. The role also includes supervising and mentoring Project Managers while maintaining accountability for project performance, financial efficiency, and successful delivery. This opportunity is suited to an established project management professional with extensive experience directing complex programs, leading multidisciplinary teams, and managing demanding client and regulatory requirements.
- Country: United Arab Emirates
- City: Dubai
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Function: Project Management
- Salary: Not disclosed
- Gender: No Preference
- Candidate Nationality: Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement: On-site
- Complex Project Leadership - Lead one or more highly complex projects involving national or multi-regional operations, multiple service disciplines, or significant regulatory and technical requirements.
- Direct all phases of project delivery, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closeout.
- Establish project priorities and maintain alignment with contractual obligations, client expectations, schedules, and deliverables.
- Oversee projects involving environmental protection, regulatory compliance, due diligence, litigation-related matters, or other specialized requirements where applicable.
- Ensure project activities are coordinated effectively across disciplines, departments, and geographic locations.
- Maintain overall accountability for project delivery performance and operational efficiency.
- Exercise assigned consenting and regulatory authority in relation to project approvals and change management decisions.
- Ensure project activities comply with relevant industry regulations, company standards, and client requirements.
- Oversee project governance processes and the implementation of approved changes.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders on regulatory matters and compliance obligations.
- Address complex approval requirements and maintain appropriate project controls.
- Ensure compliance considerations are integrated throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage and supervise Project Managers responsible for individual projects or workstreams.
- Provide professional guidance, mentorship, and performance oversight to project management personnel.
- Establish clear responsibilities and promote accountability across multidisciplinary teams.
- Support the professional development of direct reports and project team members.
- Foster a collaborative working environment that encourages effective communication and coordinated delivery.
- Guide teams in resolving complex project challenges and maintaining delivery standards.
- Oversee project budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation.
- Maintain effective cost management practices to support profitability and operational efficiency.
- Monitor project expenditure and resource utilization against approved plans.
- Identify financial risks and implement appropriate corrective measures.
- Support informed decisions concerning project resources, priorities, and cost control.
- Ensure financial considerations are reflected in project planning and delivery decisions.
- Coordinate with clients, internal departments, project teams, and other stakeholders across multiple geographic locations.
- Maintain alignment between project objectives, business priorities, and stakeholder expectations.
- Manage complex stakeholder relationships and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.
- Communicate project progress, risks, decisions, and performance matters to senior leadership and clients.
- Support the resolution of issues affecting project delivery or stakeholder requirements.
- Maintain professional relationships that contribute to successful project outcomes.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate complex project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor emerging issues that may affect schedules, budgets, compliance, or deliverables.
- Develop and implement corrective actions to address project challenges.
- Apply established project management methodologies and best practices.
- Maintain effective oversight of project changes and associated risks.
- Support consistent project controls across multiple phases and service disciplines.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, reports, and performance metrics.
- Prepare information for executive management reviews and client communication.
- Monitor project progress against established milestones and deliverables.
- Provide accurate reporting on financial performance, resource utilization, risks, and project status.
- Ensure project records support informed decision-making and effective governance.
- Communicate complex project information clearly to senior stakeholders.
- Minimum 20 years of progressive project management experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in a senior or executive-level project management position.
- Proven expertise managing complex, multi-phase projects with national or multi-regional geographic scope.
- Demonstrated experience supervising and mentoring Project Managers and cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and relevant industry standards.
- Proven success in project budget management, resource allocation, and cost control.
- Experience identifying, evaluating, and mitigating complex project risks and issues.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and established best practices, including approaches such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of project profitability.
- Advanced stakeholder management and cross-departmental coordination capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive-level reporting and client engagement.
- Ability to manage complex project approvals, governance requirements, and change decisions.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and multidisciplinary team management skills.
- Ability to coordinate demanding projects across multiple service areas and locations.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent credential.
- Bachelor 's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in litigation support, due diligence, or highly regulated industries.
- Familiarity with enterprise project management software and data analytics tools.
- Background managing projects across multiple service lines or business units.
- Executive leadership training or an advanced management certification.
- Employer: AECOM
- Requisition ID: J10159384
- Business Line: Transportation
- Business Group: DCS
- Strategic Business Unit: Middle East and Africa
- Career Area: Program and Project Management
- Work Location Model: On-site
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and leave provisions.
- Employee well-being resources and assistance programs.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards and employee perks.
- Retirement savings plans and employee stock purchase arrangements.
- Flexible work options where applicable to the position and employment arrangements.
AECOM also offers professional training and development programs, access to technical expertise, and opportunities to contribute to infrastructure projects at local and international levels. Specific benefits and eligibility depend on applicable employment arrangements.
AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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.
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to address complex challenges across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its professional services cover the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. With more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM brings together planners, engineers, designers, scientists, digital innovators, and project management specialists to develop sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company promotes professional growth, collaboration, respect, and equal employment opportunity.
Applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with its equal employment opportunity guidelines.
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