Operations Manager - EPC
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About the Role
An EPC company seeks an Operations Manager to oversee delivery of complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The role involves project planning, resource management, stakeholder coordination, and process improvement.
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Responsibilities
- Lead planning and execution of EPC projects, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
- Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with contractual obligations, timelines, and operational targets
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Coordinate with internal teams to align operational activities with procurement, logistics, and financial planning
- Manage and guide multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective collaboration and successful project delivery
- Serve as key point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout project lifecycle
- Ensure projects comply with approved specifications, international quality standards, and UAE regulations
- Oversee implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures across all project activities
- Lead project close out reviews and identify lessons learned
- Analyze project performance metrics related to cost, schedule, and quality
- Support business growth initiatives through client engagement and operational input on proposals
- Support preparation and management of operational budgets and cost control measures
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management or related field
- 15+ years of experience in operations or project management within an EPC environment
- Proven leadership in delivering large scale construction and infrastructure projects across sectors including Oil & Gas, Water, Power, Telecom
- Experience in business development, proposal evaluation and client engagement within technical and commercial contexts
- Master's degree preferred
- PMP, PMI RMP or equivalent project management certifications preferred
- HSE and ISO quality certification experience is a plus
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Role Overview
- Our client, an EPC company, is looking for an Operations Manager EPC to be based in Abu Dhabi.
- The Operations Manager will oversee the successful delivery of complex EPC projects across multiple industry sectors.
- Responsible for ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client expectations, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of EPC projects, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with contractual obligations, timelines, and operational targets.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to support seamless execution.
- Coordinate with internal teams to align operational activities with procurement, logistics, and financial planning.
- Manage and guide multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective collaboration and successful project delivery.
- Establish performance expectations, monitor progress, and support employee development initiatives.
- Promote a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and workplace safety.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitate coordination meetings, project reviews, and regular progress reporting.
- Ensure clear communication, timely issue resolution, and strong client satisfaction.
- Ensure projects comply with approved specifications, international quality standards, and applicable UAE regulations.
- Oversee implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures across all project activities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in operations or project management within an EPC environment.
- PMP, PMI RMP or equivalent project management certifications (preferred).
- HSE and ISO quality certification experience is a plus.
- Proven leadership in delivering large scale construction and infrastructure projects across sectors including Oil & Gas, Water, Power, Telecom etc.
- Experience in business development, proposal evaluation and client engagement within technical and commercial contexts.
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