Project Manager

Project Manager - UAE National

Reports To: Project Director

Direct Reports: 5+

Location: Abu Dhabi

1. Job Purpose

To lead the successful end-to-end delivery of a designated project, overseeing planning, engineering, procurement, HSE, quality, commercial functions, stakeholder engagement, and handover. The Project Manager is fully accountable for delivering the project on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while maintaining alignment with the organisation's business objectives and values.

2. Focus Areas

2.1. Project Leadership, Strategy & Team Management

2.2. Programme Delivery, Cost Control & Risk Oversight

2.3. Technical Coordination, Commercial Management & Stakeholder Engagement

3. Responsibilities

3.1. Lead the project from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring delivery in accordance with contract, budget, programme, and quality expectations.

3.2. Define and manage the overall project execution plan, ensuring clear deliverables, roles, and accountability across all teams.

3.3. Oversee the integration and performance of engineering, procurement, planning, commercial, quality, and HSE functions.

3.4. Maintain strong oversight of project controls, including CVA, cash flow, cost-to-complete, and earned value reporting.

3.5. Manage all client, consultant, and authority relationships, acting as the primary interface for project performance, approvals, and key decisions.

3.6. Drive safety and quality leadership on site, ensuring full compliance with internal systems, industry standards, and legal requirements.

3.7. Ensure effective change management, variation control, and claim support in collaboration with the commercial team.

3.8. Lead the preparation of monthly project reports and dashboards, presenting status updates to senior management and stakeholders.

3.9. Manage resourcing, performance, and development of project teams, promoting a high-performance culture aligned with company values.

3.10. Monitor and address project risks and constraints, escalating issues where required and implementing timely mitigation strategies.

3.11. Ensure readiness for commissioning, handover, and closeout in accordance with client requirements and contractual obligations.

3.12. Apply technical expertise and discipline-specific knowledge to deliver high-quality outcomes within your area of specialisation.

3.13. Undertake any other duties or responsibilities as required by management to support project and business needs.

4. Skills & Competencies

4.1. Essential

• Strong leadership across multidisciplinary teams and complex delivery environments
• Expertise in planning, engineering, procurement, and commercial oversight
• Proven ability to manage programme, cost, risk, and stakeholder expectations
• Strong understanding of contracts, variations, claims, and performance management
• Excellent negotiation and reporting skills
• Proactive, structured, and solutions-oriented under pressure
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

4.2. Desirable

• Familiarity with BIM, Lean delivery, and/or Agile management methodologies
• Experience working with local authorities and approval bodies
• PMP or equivalent project management certification

5. Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of relevant experience

6. Budget Accountabilities

6.1. Direct

7. Other Requirements

7.1. Conduct self and business in line with the company's Purpose, Vision & Values

7.2. Must follow all company Policies, Procedures, and Code of Conduct

7.3. Must operate in accordance with the organisation's Financial & Legal Delegations of Authority