Description
Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.
Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.
We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.
What kind of talent do we pursue
We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.
Zutari: Co-creating an impactful environment.
Zutari is a well-established, management-owned multidisciplinary firm with over 90 years of experience. As human-centred consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.
We co-create design solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives.
Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.
What kind of talent do we pursue
We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact on our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.
Role Overview
We are looking for a motivated
Assistant Project Manager to join our Transport Unit. In this role, you will support senior project managers in the successful delivery of large-scale engineering, infrastructure projects across the Middle East. You will assist with project coordination, planning, reporting, and stakeholder management, gaining exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary project environments.
Responsibilities
- Assist Senior Project Managers with day-to-day project delivery and coordination.
- Support in developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
- Help prepare and review progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal and client use.
- Facilitate meetings and workshops, capturing action items and ensuring follow-through.
- Liaise with design teams, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to support effective communication and approvals.
- Assist with change management, cost control, and procurement support.
- Monitor key project deliverables to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance with Zutari's PMU processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of innovative project management practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- 4 - 8 years experience in project coordination or assistant project management within engineering, construction, or consultancy environments.
- Familiarity with project controls, risk management, and reporting tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project an advantage).
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); knowledge of BIM/digital tools a plus.
- Previous experience in the Middle East (preferred but not essential).
Soft Skills
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
- Confident communicator who can engage with multiple stakeholders.
- Adaptable and eager to learn from senior project leaders.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking mindset.
