Civil Works Manager

SYSTRA is one of the worlds leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRAs mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

Civil Works Manager

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead and supervise civil works packages for stations and depots from design phase to construction and commissioning.
• Develop and monitor project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Manage interfaces between civil works, MEP, track, and other disciplines.
• Liaise with designers, consultants, and contractors to ensure design solutions are constructible, safe, and compliant with UAE regulations and international standards.
• Review and approve design submissions, ensuring they meet project specifications and standards.
• Oversee on-site activities, ensuring compliance with contract documents, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections, resolve technical issues, and approve completed works.
• Implement effective change control processes.
• Coordinate with client representatives, local authorities, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Facilitate progress meetings, handle reporting, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure safe working practices are followed and statutory requirements are met.
• Implement quality control systems and procedures; lead safety audits and risk assessments.
• Prepare progress reports, technical documentation, variation orders, and close-out reports.
• Ensure proper documentation and handover of stations and depots.
  
  

• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil works management on major rail/metro/high-speed rail projects, preferably in stations and depots.
• Previous experience in project management and consultancy in the GCC and UAE is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of international and UAE building codes, railway standards, and contract management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a multicultural environment and deliver results under demanding timelines.
• Knowledge of FIDIC or similar contract forms.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Strong technical understanding of station and depot construction.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• High level of proficiency in English.
• Fluency in English.