Lead Project Manager - Delivery Infrastructure

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We are seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to join our PMC team supporting a major
infrastructure programme of works in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will lead construction delivery across a group of infrastructure
projects, managing a team of Senior Project Managers and Project Managers and overseeing
contractor and supervision consultant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor and supervision consultant performance against programme, qualityand HSE obligations.
•  Review and challenge contractor programmes, progress updates and recovery plans.
•  Manage site interfaces, traffic management, utilities and third-party works.
• Support assessment of variations, EOT and claims with the commercial and contracts teams.
• Lead site inspections, progress reviews and quality audits.
• Prepare consolidated progress, risk and performance reporting for the Project Director and client.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, handover and defects management.
• Allocate work across the team, monitor performance and mentor staff.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12–15 years’ experience, with significant site delivery leadership on major infrastructure.
• UAE infrastructure experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of contract and programme management and site HSE requirements.
•  PMP, APM or equivalent accreditation is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in a PMC or client-side environment would be advantageous.

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