Project Manager (Roads & Infrastructure)

Overview

KAD Construction LLC, a leading name in the UAE’s infrastructure and civil construction sector, is looking for a highly experienced Project Manager – Roads & Infrastructure to lead and oversee turnkey infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project execution, planning, and cost control, ensuring that all works are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all phases of roads and infrastructure projects, from inception to completion, ensuring delivery within time, cost, and quality parameters.
• Lead the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of construction activities while adhering to contract specifications.
• Administer and control all project documentation, including contracts, progress reports, change orders, and billing.
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive job cost tracking system, collecting data from the field such as time sheets, daily progress reports, and variations.
• Coordinate with Construction Managers, consultants, and subcontractors for timely submission and approval of project submittals.
• Review and approve subcontractor payment applications, ensuring compliance with project deliverables and work progress.
• Enforce strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards, promoting an injury-free workplace and ensuring zero-accident performance.
• Monitor the performance of estimating and procurement functions, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Resolve project-related issues by liaising with construction teams and management.
• Supervise and mentor site engineers and staff, providing training and performance feedback when required.
• Conduct monthly project reviews, providing detailed reports on progress, financial status, and forecasted costs to complete.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency enhancement, and cost optimization.
• Ensure all technical and operational activities comply with company standards, specifications, and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSc. in Civil Engineering required).
• Minimum 15 years of total experience in turnkey Roads and Infrastructure projects.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in a similar Project Manager role within the UAE.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, FIDIC contracts, and local authority requirements (RTA, DEWA, DM, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and large-scale infrastructure developments.
• Solid knowledge of construction methods, materials, and standards related to roads, utilities, and drainage systems.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness, with the ability to handle claims, variations, and cost control.
• Familiar with MS Project or Primavera P6, and strong proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Management
• Strategic Planning & Project Execution
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Risk & Change Management
• HSE Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Stakeholder & Client Coordination
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Technical and Analytical Thinking

How to Apply

If you have solid UAE project experience and are ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
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