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APCO

We are currently looking for a senior project manager for our client in public sector. This person needs to be a Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate the strategic planning, messaging alignment, and execution of Abu Dhabi Government's unified presence at a leading technology event. This pivotal role will serve as the central coordination point across 52 Government entities, working closely with senior communications advisors, entity communications directors, the Abu Dhabi Media Office, and event agencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complex, high-profile government or national pavilions at major events. They must bring deep expertise in stakeholder coordination, strategic communications planning, narrative integration, and on-ground activation, along with a strong understanding of reputation management and media dynamics. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Lead the cross-government coordination and delivery of Abu Dhabi's presence at a technology event in collaboration with client's leadership.</li> <li>Serve as the liaison between the client and communications leads from all 52 Abu Dhabi Government entities to ensure narrative alignment, messaging consistency, and coordinated announcements.</li> <li>Develop and manage an integrated project timeline covering strategy, messaging development, event activation, media outreach, and stakeholder engagement.</li> <li>Oversee planning and execution of announcement moments, activations, and pavilions-ensuring they reflect Abu Dhabi's ambition to lead as the world's first AI-native government.</li> <li>Coordinate closely with Abu Dhabi Media Office on shared communications, editorial approvals, and potential media risks.</li> <li>Work hand-in-hand with event management agencies, creative partners, and protocol teams to ensure smooth operational delivery.</li> <li>Anticipate and address reputation and communications risks with a crisis-sensitive mindset.</li> <li>Provide weekly updates and strategic insight to clients' leadership and senior advisors on project progress, risks, and opportunities.</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>8+ years of experience in strategic communications, project management, or large-scale government events.</li> <li>Prior experience coordinating with senior government stakeholders and communications leaders.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-pressure, high-visibility initiatives with complex stakeholder landscapes.</li> <li>Strong understanding of strategic positioning, public sector branding, and media engagement.</li> <li>Attention to detail, diplomatic communication style, and ability to manage multiple streams simultaneously.</li> <li>Candidate must be based in Abu Dhabi or willing to rellocate.</li> </ul>

Senior Project Manager

Currie & Brown

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 Currie &amp; Brown are looking for a Senior Project Manager with hospitality experience for a remote project in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles at this level will direct and manage the delivery of large and complex projects, manage relationships with senior stakeholders and provide leadership role to project teams.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Accountable for delivery of large scale and complex projects
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 Responsible for project definition and delivery
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 Lead a large team, setting objectives, managing performance and ensuring that staff have the necessary skills to deliver the project objectives
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 Responsible for establishing project delivery plans and appropriate control and governance mechanisms to assure effective delivery of the project
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 Manage multiple consultants and contractors
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 Work within established financial systems to independently produce plans and schedules and track and manage budgets, highlighting variances in order to manage and control project delivery targets
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 Use own knowledge and experience of industry best practice to implement and manage project processes and policies. Provide insightful recommendations that may support any improvement to processes and systems
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 Present any business project risks or issues to senior managers (with proposed mitigation) to ensure the project is not adversely impacted, and ensure the delivery of projects to compliant standards
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 Liaise and collaborate with clients and key stakeholders, in order to ensure all parties are informed and aware of project progress and expectations
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 Analyse and review complex information from a range of data sources, in order to identify how different options may impact project delivery and advise clients and internal stakeholders on potential implications and mitigations
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 Act as a technical expert within own projects, providing strategic advice to other senior managers, in order to support successful delivery in line with project objectives and strategies
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 Assure compliance with contracts in terms of project delivery parameters and scope of service
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 Develop and manage team leaders
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 Translate business objectives into operational financial targets, producing clearly defined business cases, plans and schedules for projects, and taking responsibility for meeting the profit and budgetary targets of the project
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 Talent development and succession planning
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 Deliver aspects of Currie &amp; Brown&rsquo;s vision to their respected project(s)
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent
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 Project management professional certification or accreditation
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 Previous experience leading large scale and complex projects
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 Proven ability to manage, motivate and lead large teams
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 Strong pre-contract and post-contract experience
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 Excellent contract administration experience
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 Leading project management expert
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 Experience of managing stakeholders at executive level
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 Currie &amp; Brown is one of the world&rsquo;s leading physical assets management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients in respect of the management and utilisation of their physical assets, and is differentiated by innovation, expertise and experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 With principal offices in Dubai, Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York and Shanghai, we operate in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, India and the Middle East.
 
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Stryker Corporation

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible. Job Description: Senior Project Manager/Project Director (Bridges) Abu Dhabi, UAE We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project Director to lead and oversee the successful execution of a large-scale infrastructure project, including bridges, interchanges, and related civil works. What You'll Be Doing: <ul> <li>Plan, direct, supervise, and control all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned program or project.</li> <li>Provide strategic direction to ensure project objectives align with client expectations and organizational goals.</li> <li>Act as the primary representative of the company, maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.</li> <li>Negotiate changes to the scope of work with the client and ensure alignment with project goals.</li> <li>Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities for additional work and fostering long term client relationships.</li> <li>Establish program requirements, including budgets, schedules, and deliverables, and ensure adherence to these criteria.</li> <li>Mobilize resources and build high-performing project teams by leveraging internal and external expertise.</li> <li>Oversee the development and implementation of project plans, including Health and Safety Plans, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plans, and Work Plans.</li> <li>Monitor project progress, including milestones, budgets, and schedules, and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.</li> <li>Identify potential risks, cost overruns, or delays, and develop actionable plans to mitigate these issues.</li> <li>Ensure technical excellence and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.</li> <li>Assign responsibilities to key subordinates, ensuring optimal utilization of their skills and expertise.</li> <li>Provide mentorship and guidance to project managers and team members, including input on performance reviews and development plans.</li> <li>Foster a collaborative and results driven work environment.</li> <li>Participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and represent the company in public meetings to support client objectives.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements.</li> </ul> What Required Skills You'll Bring: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution</li> <li>Minimum 20 years of experience in construction supervision and project management</li> <li>Extensive experience in the construction of large scale infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on bridges, interchanges, and highways.</li> <li>Proven track record of managing multi million dollar projects from inception to completion.</li> <li>In depth knowledge of construction processes, project management methodologies, and industry best practices.</li> <li>Familiarity with local regulations, permitting processes, and environmental standards.</li> <li>Proficiency in project management software and tools.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multi disciplinary teams in a fast paced environment.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.</li> <li>Exceptional problem solving and decision making capabilities.</li> </ul> Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to

Senior Project Manager/Project Director (Bridges)

Kintec Global Recruitment

Position Overview Job title: Senior Offshore Construction ManagerClient: A prominent regional entity delivering end-to-end EPC solutions across marine infrastructure, offshore energy, and dredging operations.Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesAssignment type: Permanent Hire Staff role / Full Residential role in UAEWork schedule: 9 hours (including lunch break) - 8:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday (weekends off)Start date: Late 2025 / Early 2026 Position Summary We are hiring a Senior Offshore Construction Manager to oversee multiple offshore construction projects, manage teams of construction managers, and ensure all activities meet contractual, safety, and quality standards. This role offers an opportunity to shape large-scale offshore operations in a leadership capacity. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Provide leadership and oversight to multiple offshore construction projects.</li><li>Develop offshore execution strategies, schedules, and cost optimisation measures.</li><li>Oversee OCMs, Lead Engineers, and support staff.</li><li>Ensure project deliverables, materials, and marine spreads are prepared and mobilised.</li><li>Liaise with clients, contractors, and marine warranty surveyors.</li><li>Manage budgets, cost reporting, and commercial claims.</li><li>Drive compliance with HSE standards and quality audits.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments, variation management, and change control.</li><li>Support close-out reporting and knowledge sharing.</li></ul> Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Naval preferred).</li><li>Minimum 12 years of offshore construction and operations experience.</li><li>Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Excellent commercial and contractual expertise.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li></ul>

Burtplace General Contracting LLC

Position: Construction Manager Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Experience: Minimum 8&ndash;10 Years (UAE/Abu Dhabi Experience Preferred)We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee and manage all construction activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to quality standards.Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field</li><li>Minimum 8&ndash;10 years of construction management experience, with UAE/Abu Dhabi experience preferred</li><li>Proven track record in managing large-scale construction projects</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE/Abu Dhabi authority regulations and construction standards</li><li>Excellent project planning, budgeting, and resource management skills</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Plan, coordinate, and supervise construction projects from start to finish</li><li>Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and UAE regulations</li><li>Prepare and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources</li><li>Conduct regular site inspections and resolve any technical or operational issues</li><li>Lead project teams, monitor performance, and ensure safety standards are met</li><li>Liaise with clients, consultants, and authorities to ensure smooth project execution</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED18,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Senior Construction Manager

Jenwa

A leading energy project management firm based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Contract Manager to oversee contract management and procurement processes. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience, particularly within the energy sector, and possess strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include managing contracts, overseeing payment claims, and liaising with suppliers. This is a full-time position offering a dynamic work environment.

Senior Contracts & Procurement Lead - Energy Projects

A leading project management firm is seeking a Project Manager in Abu Dhabi to oversee various construction projects, ensuring compliance with technical, budget, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in project and construction management, including strong leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic as an advantage.

Senior Project Manager - Major Infrastructure & Housing

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Senior Project Manager - Major Infrastructure & Housing