Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure & Urban Development

Atkins Realis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Dubai seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex multidisciplinary infrastructure programs and advisory assignments. You will guide teams across transportation, utilities, digital infrastructure, sustainability, and urban development planning, advising public and private sectors on long-term strategies and governance.

You will oversee project delivery, engage stakeholders, and drive business development while aligning with the company’s strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of relevant professional experience with infrastructure advisory, urban development, or major infrastructure programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and strategic advisory assignments.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage complex multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion within schedule and budget.
• Lead strategic infrastructure advisory, develop city-wide and regional strategies and roadmaps.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serve as senior interface and trusted advisor.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within infrastructure and land development sectors.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Strategic advisory

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex multidisciplinary infrastructure programs and strategic infrastructure advisory assignments across large-scale urban developments cities and national initiatives The successful candidate will combine extensive project management expertise with a strong understanding of city-wide infrastructure systems including transportation utilities digital infrastructure sustainability resilience and urban development planning The role requires the ability to advise public and private sector clients on long-term infrastructure strategies investment priorities implementation roadmaps governance frameworks and delivery models The candidate will act as a trusted advisor to clients while leading multidisciplinary teams in the development and delivery of strategic studies infrastructure master plans business cases policy frameworks and major program initiatives They will be responsible for technical leadership client engagement commercial management business development and the successful delivery of projects aligned with the company s strategic objectives Your role

Project Leadership and Delivery

Direct and manage complex multidisciplinary projects from inception through completion ensuring delivery on schedule within budget and to the highest quality standards Develop project execution plans manage project risks and oversee resource allocation across multiple workstreams Lead integrated teams comprising planners engineers economists environmental specialists digital experts and project controls professionals Ensure effective coordination between technical disciplines and project stakeholders Routinely resolve complex project issues and drive decision-making at both strategic and operational levels Monitor project performance and ensure achievement of financial technical and client satisfaction objectives

Strategic Infrastructure Advisory

Lead the development of city-wide and regional infrastructure strategies aligned with growth economic development sustainability and resilience objectives Advise clients on infrastructure investment planning prioritization frameworks phasing strategies and capital expenditure programs Develop strategic infrastructure plans covering transportation wet utilities dry utilities district energy digital infrastructure and integrated urban systems Lead the preparation of business cases feasibility studies option assessments infrastructure funding studies and implementation roadmaps Provide strategic advice to government entities developers municipalities and infrastructure authorities Support clients in establishing governance structures operating models policies and performance management frameworks for infrastructure delivery

Client and Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients government stakeholders infrastructure authorities developers investors and strategic partners Serve as a senior client interface and trusted advisor throughout project delivery Facilitate executive workshops steering committees stakeholder consultations and strategic reviews Identify client needs and proactively develop solutions that create long-term value and strengthen client relationships Represent the company in high-profile client engagements industry forums conferences and professional networks

Business Development

Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the infrastructure and land development sectors Lead proposal development tender submissions technical methodologies and commercial negotiations Contribute to market growth strategies and key account management initiatives Support strategic positioning with government agencies major developers and infrastructure authorities Participate in bid interviews and client presentations while promoting the full range of company services and integrated solutions

Qualifications

Essential Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering Infrastructure Engineering Transportation Engineering Urban Planning or a related discipline Master s degree in Engineering Infrastructure Planning Urban Development Public Policy Business Administration or related field Professional registration such as CEng PE PMP PRINCE2 or equivalent Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience with significant exposure to infrastructure advisory urban development or major infrastructure programs Demonstrated experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and strategic advisory assignments

Preferred Fellowship or membership of a recognized professional institution Experience working with government agencies municipalities infrastructure authorities and major developers Experience across the Middle East and international markets Executive-level stakeholder engagement experience

Success Measures

Successful delivery of strategic infrastructure advisory and infrastructure planning assignments Growth of client relationships and repeat business opportunities Achievement of project financial and commercial targets Development and retention of high-performing teams Positive client satisfaction and stakeholder feedback Contribution to regional business growth and market positioning Delivery of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions

Qualifications

QualificationsEssentialBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.Master's degree in Engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Urban Development, Public Policy, Business Administration, or related field.Professional registration such as CEng, PE, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience with significant exposure to infrastructure advisory, urban development, or major infrastructure programs.Demonstrated experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and strategic advisory assignments.PreferredFellowship or membership of a recognized professional institution.Experience working with government agencies, municipalities, infrastructure authorities, and major developers.Experience across the Middle East and international markets.Executive-level stakeholder engagement experience.