Site Manager / Project Manager

Surbana Jurong; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UAE seeks a Site Manager/Project Manager for a major desalination project. The successful candidate will lead site operations, oversee construction, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal applicants should have 12–15 years of experience in water or industrial infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years in similar environments and a preference for UAE experience. Join the team to make a positive impact on critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years in water/desalination/industrial infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 years in similar project environment; UAE experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations and construction supervision.
• Ensure compliance with EPC contract, specifications, quality, and HSE standards.
• Drive schedule reporting and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

• Join our high‑performing team delivering a landmark desalination infrastructure programme.
• Lead site execution, supervision, and contractor coordination for a major SWRO IWP project.
• Submit your EOI to join our Fujairah, UAE site‑based team.

About SJ

SJ is a trusted engineering and project delivery partner supporting critical infrastructure programmes across the region.

About the Role

We are seeking a Site Manager/Project Manager to lead on‑site supervision and EPC contractor coordination for a major SWRO desalination project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations, construction supervision, and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with EPC contract, specifications, quality, and HSE standards.
• Drive schedule reporting, progress monitoring, and stakeholder communication.

Mandatory Requirements

• 12–15+ years in water/desalination/industrial infrastructure projects.
• Strong client‑facing, communication, and leadership skills.
• Minimum 5 years in similar project environment; UAE experience preferred.

Recruitment Disclaimer

SJ is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited profiles or services from recruitment agencies. Candidates are not required to pay any fees, charges, or payments at any stage of the hiring process. Only shortlisted applicants who meet the mandatory requirements will be contacted.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!