Project Manager

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world 's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy, and urbanization.

As one of the world 's leading engineering, architecture, environmental and
construction services companies, GHD has a connected global network of ‎8500
professionals committed to delivering projects with innovative practices,
technical capabilities and robust systems.
Our Middle East operation is currently in a strong growth phase due to the
significance of some of our projects. The Project Management team is also
growing and as a result we are seeking a Project Manager who will be
supporting the Engineering Services and Design & Planning Business Groups (BG)
to deliver their projects. The successful candidate will join the GHD team,
based in our Abu Dhabi, UAE office and will be reporting to the Leader -
Project Management.
Role description:
As a member of the project management team, you will act as an active member
leading local and global teams to achieve excellent project outcomes. This
role will be working closely with the Project Directors and Business Group
Leaders to deliver large retail, residential, industrial, and commercial
projects. The PM will be managing high profile Clients and other key internal
and external stakeholders.
Your responsibilities include:
* You will be a forward thinking individual ready to change the status quo and bring fresh ideas to the team on how we can manage and deliver our projects.
* You will have a passion for the digital world and you will understand the power and benefit of BIM delivery being ready to operate in a fluid, digital, and transformation operation harnessing the power of technology to deliver world class projects for our clients.
* You will provide leadership and planning, coordinate the resources for each project including inputs from other offices, sub-consultants and other suppliers and manage all jobs to deliver them on time, within the budget. You will also provide technical expertise on projects and assist the development of other staff through appropriate supervision and training.
* You will join a specific "Market Segment" that is being led by "Market Segment Expert" where you will be required to develop/ lead a team within your area of expertise to deliver projects within this designated market as well as leading and/ or supporting the proposals pertaining to this area.
* You will work closely with the Project Directors (PD's) and Business Group Leader (BGL) to during the initial project setup, project planning stage, delivery stage and close-out phase to achieve the agreed strategy and project's KPI and follow GHD Project Delivery Framework.
* You will be able to report project's technical and commercial status to the internal management and external stakeholders.
* Possess legal and contract management skills to monitor the project Contract, manage scope & variations and identify key risks.
* Maintain and promote safety environment within your project, business group and wider team.
* Monitor the coordination of the MEP disciplines with structure and architecture.
* Understanding project life cycle and testing & commissioning procedures.
Previous experience may include, but not limited to:
* Managing commercial, residential, retail or Data Centers during design and/ or construction.
* Exposure to different roles within the project management field such as design management, planning, contract management, and/ or cost management is a plus.
* Understanding of multi-disciplinary (Architecture, Structural, Infrastructure, MEP etc).
* Track record of understanding authority requirements within Abu Dhabi and Dubai during design stages till obtaining the building permit is a must.
* Record of managing global large teams in multi-disciplinary projects is highly preferred.
* Demonstrable experience in budget and cost analysis and management.
* Design experience is a plus.
* Managed testing & commissioning stages.
Minimum requirement:
* A minimum of ‎8 years of experience in Design/ Engineering (preferably commercial, residential, retail or Data Centers) with at least ‎4 years of experience in project/ construction management.
* Strong commercial and contractual acumen.
* Understanding P6, MS Projects and other planning tools
* Strong capability in project controls (scheduling, cost reporting, forecasting, variation management etc).
* Strong eye for detail coupled with a methodical and organized approach;
* Middle East experience necessary (particularly permitting\approvals).
Preferred qualification:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Project Management.
* Fully conversant with the FIDIC suite of contracts and or other ad-hoc forms.
* Professional qualification/ chartership is a plus, such as PMP, CIOB, RICS, PRINCE2 certification.
* Understanding of Earned Value Management.
* Master's Degree is a plus.
* Arabic language is preferred but not a must.
This is a great opportunity for you to develop your career while being part of
a well-established and growing organization.
GHD offers a professional and friendly culture based on our core values of
Teamwork, Respect, and Integrity. In addition to a competitive salary based on
qualifications, skills and experience, we also provide attractive career and
lifestyle options including professional development through the GHD Business
School as well flexible leave options and family-friendly practices.
GHD warmly welcomes applications from all nationalities and support the
nationalization programs in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
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At GHD, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a
diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment
Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities,
genders, and cultural backgrounds.

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