Site Manager / Project Manager

SJ Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Site Manager/Project Manager to oversee on-site supervision and EPC contractor coordination for a major desalination project in Fujairah, UAE. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a similar project environment, with strong client-facing, communication, and leadership skills. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with specifications, quality, and HSE standards while driving project schedules and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication

Leadership

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 a 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.