Senior Project Manager for Road & Infrastructure

Rawaj - Human Capital Management; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company in the UAE seeks a Senior Project Manager – Road and Infrastructure to lead large-scale civil construction projects. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and at least 18 years of experience in road and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in English and Arabic as a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of experience in road and infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of concrete and foundation design.
• Familiarity with relevant standards (ACI, BS, ASTM, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, and construction.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Project lifecycle management

Leadership

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Leverage your technical leadership and join a well-established and renowned Emirati construction company, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.

As a Senior Project Manager – Road and Infrastructure, you will be responsible for leading and delivering large-scale civil construction projects from initiation through completion. The role requires full ownership of project execution, ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, contractual obligations, and client expectations.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, construction, scheduling, quality assurance, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure full technical and contractual compliance.
• Prepare, monitor, and control project schedules, budgets, manpower, and resources.
• Lead site teams and enforce strict adherence to HSE and quality standards.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective and preventive actions to maintain progress and cost control.
• Review and approve technical submittals, material approvals, and progress reports.
• Chair project meetings and provide regular updates and reports to senior management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 18 years of experience in road and infrastructure construction projects.
• Previous experience in the UAE or other GCC countries is highly desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of concrete and foundation design, soil improvement, cable trenching, water‑proofing, and substation building works.
• Familiarity with relevant standards (ACI, BS, ASTM, IEC).
• PMP or construction management certification is an advantage.
• Solid leadership, delegation, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.