Assistant Project Manager

About the Role
The Assistant Project Manager will support the management and delivery of multidisciplinary civil infrastructure design projects. This position requires close collaboration with the Project Manager and technical teams to ensure control of scope, program, interfaces, risks, changes, and project deliverables. The ideal candidate should have experience in project or design management within an engineering consultancy environment, alongside a technical background in utilities, roads, or transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in day-to-day management and coordination of multidisciplinary design projects.
• Develop, monitor, and update project programs, milestones, deliverable schedules, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces between technical disciplines, identifying scope gaps, overlaps, and dependencies.
• Track project progress, risks, actions, approvals, and key decisions, escalating issues as needed.
• Support project controls including resource forecasting, budget monitoring, progress reporting, and performance tracking.
• Identify potential scope changes early and assist in the preparation and management of variations/change requests.
• Coordinate with clients, authorities, subconsultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare for client and project meetings, including agendas, presentations, actions, and follow-up.
• Oversee coordination of QA/QC, BIM, and document control processes.
• Support authority submissions and approvals, maintaining visibility of key approval dependencies.
• Manage project information effectively, including correspondence, registers, trackers, and project records.
• Promote lessons learned and continuous improvement across project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience, including demonstrated exposure to project management and/or design management.
• Technical background in utilities, roads, and transportation infrastructure.
• Prior engineering consultancy experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design delivery and project lifecycle requirements.
• Proficient in project planning, project controls, risk, and change management.
• Experience coordinating multiple disciplines, stakeholders, and project interfaces.
• Familiarity with authority requirements, regulations, and approval processes in Abu Dhabi; exposure to Dubai and Saudi Arabia is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with scheduling and project management tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• PMP or equivalent project management qualification is advantageous.

Additional Information

• A secure and trustworthy recruitment process is a priority. All newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an office location as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits offered may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and AD&D
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence
  • Voluntary benefits and perks
  • Flexible work options
  • Well-being resources and employee assistance programs
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan

What Makes This a Great Place to Work

• Join a global team that supports your growth and career ambitions.
• Work on impactful projects that transform communities and the industry.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and a network of experts will enable you to make a positive impact.
• Award-winning training and development programs enhance your technical expertise and leadership skills.
• Enjoy a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community, creating opportunities for you to grow.