Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure & Urban Development

AtkinsRéalis; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex multidisciplinary infrastructure programs and advisory assignments across large-scale urban developments in the UAE. You will drive delivery, coordinate across transport, utilities, digital infrastructure, and sustainability, and advise public and private sector clients on long-term strategies.

You will manage teams, engage stakeholders, oversee budgets and risk, and contribute to business development and governance frameworks,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/Infrastructure planning or related field.
• Master's degree in engineering or urban development.
• Professional registration (PE/CEng/PMP) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage complex multidisciplinary infrastructure projects from inception to delivery.
• Develop project execution plans and manage risks across multiple workstreams.
• Lead integrated teams of planners, engineers, economists, and digital specialists.
• Coordinate effectively with stakeholders and maintain governance and reporting.
• Drive business development and client advisory services to grow the practice.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Strategic advisory

Urban development

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MSc in Infrastructure Planning

Professional registration (PE/CEng/PMP)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

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.

Team Leadership and People Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers, planners, engineers, and advisors.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and client-focused culture.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
• Act as a mentor to emerging project leaders and technical professionals.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across teams and projects.

Commercial and Risk Management

• Manage project financial performance including budgets, forecasts, profitability, and resource utilization.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure commercial compliance with contracts and project governance requirements.
• Support leadership in achieving business performance metrics and growth targets.
• Maintain effective project controls, reporting systems, and quality assurance processes.

Health, Safety and Quality

• Champion a strong health, safety, and wellbeing culture.
• Ensure compliance with company management systems, quality requirements, and industry best practices.
• Promote innovation, digital transformation, and continuous improvement in project delivery methodologies.

Qualifications

About you

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.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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