Strategic Infrastructure Master Plan Program Manager

Atkins Realis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 551,000 - 1,102,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery of high‑value transportation infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. You will drive multidisciplinary teams to meet scope, quality, schedule, budget and safety targets while aligning with Abu Dhabi authority requirements and client expectations.

Successful candidates will bring 20+ years in major infrastructure programs, deep programme management skills, and professional certifications such as PMP/PRINCE2;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural or construction management, or related discipline.
• Master's degree in project management or MBA is highly desirable.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification preferred.
• CEng/PE registration highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, execution and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Manage design, construction, contracts, schedule, budget, quality, HSE and client expectations.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors and authorities; lead risk reviews and workshops.
• Monitor compliance with FIDIC/infrastructure contracts; manage variations and claims.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders and lead project handover to operations.

Skills

Strong project leadership

Stakeholder management

Programme management

Risk & change management

Negotiation & communication

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Construction

Master's Degree in Project Management / MBA

PMP / PRINCE2 or equivalent

Chartered Engineer / PE desirable

Job description

Atkins Realis Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery of high‑value transportation infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. You will drive multidisciplinary teams to meet scope, quality, schedule, budget and safety targets while aligning with Abu Dhabi authority requirements and client expectations.

Successful candidates will bring 20+ years in major infrastructure programs, deep programme management skills, and professional certifications such as PMP/PRINCE2;