Senior Project Manager – Dewatering & Pumping (Abu Dhabi)

Zohorecruit; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead site operations for dewatering and pumping projects in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee multiple contracts from award through completion, directing project delivery, engineering supervision, team management, and health and safety.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong commercial and contractual control, and the ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, and suppliers to ensure safe, on-time project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geotechnical/Geology, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering, construction, or related project management.
• Experience in dewatering, groundwater management, pumping, or related projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of hydrogeology, engineering geology, or civil engineering principles.
• Fluent written and spoken English and a strong network in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all assigned Abu Dhabi dewatering and pumping contracts.
• Develop project programmes and ensure timely delivery within budget and contractual requirements.
• Plan manpower, plant, equipment, and other resources per project needs.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as required.
• Attend contractual and progress meetings with clients and main contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geotechnical/Geology, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

Tools

PMP certification

GCC Driving Licence

Job description

Zohorecruit is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead site operations for dewatering and pumping projects in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee multiple contracts from award through completion, directing project delivery, engineering supervision, team management, and health and safety.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong commercial and contractual control, and the ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, and suppliers to ensure safe, on-time project execution.