Project Manager - Portfolio Performance

Waagner Biro Bridge Services has been a leading construction and engineering company in Dubai and the UAE for over 50 years. Serving both government and private sector clients, the company delivers innovative, end-to-end solutions — from design and construction to maintenance.

Backed by a multidisciplinary team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is committed to quality, precision, and reliable infrastructure delivery across the region.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive live dashboards (Power BI / Excel) for RTA contract Key Performance Indicators.
• Meticulously monitor and report progress across all Northern UAE projects (D3, JA, B3N, PBC, FBLS, and others).
• Implement stringent measures to expedite JMS signing and Work Order closures by Project Managers and engineers.
• Spearhead the closure of legacy projects, including B2/D2, ensuring 100% completion through rigorous coordination of remaining deliverables and enforcing accountability across teams.
• Function as the primary liaison with RTA for critical performance updates and reporting.
• Conduct and preside over monthly client review meetings, critically assessing progress challenges and implementing robust solutions.
• Orchestrate the comprehensive reorganisation of RTA-owned spare parts under our custody, ensuring optimal inventory management.
• Compile and present a detailed monthly performance pack for executive review, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
• Implement and oversee the rigorous application of 5S Methodology across all stores and inventory points to enhance operational efficiency.

Team Leadership:

• Provide authoritative leadership to a team of Performance Controllers.
• Institute a structured framework for task assignments, professional development, and performance evaluation.

Key Interfaces:

• Internal: Division Director, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Store Managers, Procurement, Finance
• External: RTA Performance Teams, Auditors, Subcontractors

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in infrastructure or maintenance project management
• Demonstrated proficiency in project controls, data analytics, and dashboard creation (Excel / Power BI)
• Extensive experience in public sector projects (highly advantageous)
• Proven track record in RTA Maintenance projects (non-negotiable)
• Fluency in Arabic (required)
• Professional-level English language skills (required)
• Working knowledge of French (significant advantage)

• Strategic Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
• Advanced Analytical Skills and Reporting Accuracy
• Exemplary Leadership and Stakeholder Management
• Unwavering Commitment to Accountability and Project Delivery
• Superior Client-Facing Communication Skills
• Proven Ability in Team Development and Performance Management