Senior Projects Manager: Water Infrastructure Leadership

Ultiwise Consult; Sharjah; On-site; Full time

Job description

Sr. Projects Manager

Job description - Sr. Projects Manager

Responsibilities

• Direct and control all ongoing projects from mobilization to final handover ensuring completion within approved time, budget and quality standards.
• Establish overall project execution strategy, construction methodologies and resource planning for water-retaining structures, reservoirs, STPs, pump stations, RO Plants and all civil works.
• Lead and supervise Project Managers, Engineers, Planning, QA/QC, Safety & Procurement teams across all sites.
• Review and approve construction programs, method statements, risk assessments and technical submittals prior to submission to consultants.
• Monitor project schedules, progress reports, recovery plans and critical path activities to avoid delays.
• Review and interpret contract and tender documents, BOQs, specifications, drawings and FIDIC-based conditions to protect company interests.
• Control overall project budgets, cash flow forecasts, cost reports and profitability margins.
• Identify technical, financial and contractual risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee procurement planning, subcontractor appointment and major material approvals in coordination with the commercial department.
• Ensure all projects comply with UAE authority regulations, project specifications and international standards.
• Monitor quality assurance and quality control systems to ensure compliance with approved ITPs and specifications.
• Ensure strict implementation of HSE policies across all project sites and promote a zero-incident culture.
• Conduct regular project review meetings to assess performance, manpower productivity, cost status and corrective actions.
• Coordinate closely with structural, mechanical, electrical and ICA teams to ensure proper interface management in infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical leadership and decision-making support for complex engineering challenges.
• Participate in tender review, risk analysis, pricing strategy and technical proposal preparation.
• Strengthen client relationships and represent the company in high-level meetings with consultants and government authorities.
• Develop internal systems for project reporting, cost control documentation and performance monitoring.
• Develop manpower planning, recruitment requirements and performance evaluations for project staff based on project needs.
• Ensure smooth project close-out including testing, commissioning, coordination, documentation and final account settlement.
• Support company management in strategic planning, expansion initiatives and business development activities.
• Oversee the material requirements at each site and procurement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of working experience in the UAE/GCC in water/waste water infrastructure projects including construction of pumping stations & treatment plants.
• Proven experience in water retaining structures, underground structures, shoring and dewatering.
• Familiarity with local authority standards and regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office and MS Project/Primavera.
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Valid UAE driving license.
• Good written and verbal communication in English (Arabic preferred).
• Strong technical and project management skills.