Project Manager - Infrastructure

About Al Marwan Group

Role Summary

Project Manager

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of major roads and infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, tunnels, interchanges, earthworks, and utility networks.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, resource plans, and performance targets, implementing corrective actions where necessary.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, procurement, and profitability.
• Administer contracts in accordance with FIDIC conditions, managing risks, claims, variations, and contractual obligations.
• Drive value engineering and operational efficiency initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder & Authority Management

• Act as the primary liaison with clients, consultants, developers, and government authorities.
• Coordinate approvals, permits, NOCs, and project handovers with relevant UAE authorities.
• Lead project review meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations, project specifications, and quality standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture and oversee the implementation of QA/QC procedures across all project phases.
• Maintain adherence to UAE regulations, contractual requirements, and industry best practices.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• PMP Certification or equivalent professional project management qualification is highly preferred.
• Professional membership or chartership (ICE, ASCE, PMI, or equivalent) is advantageous.

Experience

• 15–20 years of experience in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure construction.
• Minimum 7–10 years of recent UAE experience with leading contracting companies.
• Proven track record as Lead Project Manager on infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience in bridges, highways, tunnels, earthworks, deep utility networks, and complex infrastructure developments.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in infrastructure construction methodologies and engineering practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts, claims management, cost control, and commercial administration.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Exceptional leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution, and crisis management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English. Arabic language proficiency is an added advantage.
• Valid UAE Driving License.