AECOM · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi · Ref: 01102625
Website AECOM
Employer posting date: 17 Sep 2026
Job details
Job overview
AECOM is recruiting a Construction Manager – PMC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Official vacancy J10159506 is a management appointment within Project Management, with responsibility drawn from the employer's active job description.
Role purpose: We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager to join our Project Management Consultant (PMC) team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Management responsibilities: In this role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of a mixed-use development project, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.; You will serve as a key liaison between our organization, contractors, architects, engineers, and stakeholders, demonstrating strong leadership and decisive project management throughout all phases of construction.; Oversee all aspects of mixed-use construction projects from pre-construction planning through final completion and handover; Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans; Coordinate and supervise all subcontractors, construction teams, and vendors to ensure efficient project execution; Monitor project progress against established timelines and budgets, implementing corrective actions as needed; Ensure strict compliance with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards; Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to maintain construction standards and specifications; Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, reports, and progress updates for stakeholders; Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues in a proactive manner; Manage project communications and facilitate effective collaboration among all project stakeholders; Review and approve change orders, submittals, and construction documentation
Candidate requirements: Minimum 12 years of professional construction management experience on large-scale or mixed-use projects; Proven experience working as a Project Management Consultant (PMC) or in a similar advisory capacity; Strong knowledge of UAE construction codes, regulations, and building standards; Demonstrated expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control; Proficiency with construction management software and project management tools (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project); Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and direct diverse teams; Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail; Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills; Comprehensive understanding of construction safety standards and risk management protocols; Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently and effectively; Preferred: Experience managing projects in the UAE or Middle Eastern region;
Workplace and engagement: Full Time, onsite, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Official employer vacancy J10159506.

Responsibilities
- In this role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of a mixed-use development project, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- You will serve as a key liaison between our organization, contractors, architects, engineers, and stakeholders, demonstrating strong leadership and decisive project management throughout all phases of construction.
- Oversee all aspects of mixed-use construction projects from pre-construction planning through final completion and handover
- Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans
- Coordinate and supervise all subcontractors, construction teams, and vendors to ensure efficient project execution
- Monitor project progress against established timelines and budgets, implementing corrective actions as needed
- Ensure strict compliance with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards
- Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to maintain construction standards and specifications
- Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, reports, and progress updates for stakeholders
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues in a proactive manner
- Manage project communications and facilitate effective collaboration among all project stakeholders
- Review and approve change orders, submittals, and construction documentation
Requirements
- Minimum 12 years of professional construction management experience on large-scale or mixed-use projects
- Proven experience working as a Project Management Consultant (PMC) or in a similar advisory capacity
- Strong knowledge of UAE construction codes, regulations, and building standards
- Demonstrated expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
- Proficiency with construction management software and project management tools (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project)
- Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and direct diverse teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comprehensive understanding of construction safety standards and risk management protocols
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently and effectively
- Preferred: Experience managing projects in the UAE or Middle Eastern region

Skills
- Project management
- Construction management
- Contract management
- Quality management
- Planning and scheduling
- Stakeholder management
- Risk management
- Team leadership
Salary and benefits
- At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
- About AECOM
- AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
- AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water.
About AECOM
Work with Us. Change the World. ; At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.; There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the.

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