Delivery Manager (Roads)

Overview

Job Description

Delivery Manager (Roads)

What You'll Be Doing;

• Lead the overall delivery strategy and execution of roads and associated civil infrastructure works across the airport development program.
• Manage all phases of roads delivery from planning and design coordination through construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Ensure alignment of delivery objectives with project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and operational requirements.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence across all delivery teams.
• Oversee all roads construction activities including highways, access roads, utility corridors, drainage systems, intersections, and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, and contractor performance to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure all works are executed in accordance with approved specifications, standards, and construction methodologies.
• Coordinate construction sequencing and logistics to minimize disruption to airport operations and adjacent project interfaces.
• Lead issue resolution and implement recovery plans where required.
• Manage coordination with airport authorities, government agencies, utility providers, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure effective integration between roads infrastructure and other airport systems, utilities, and operational facilities.
• Lead interface management activities across multidisciplinary workstreams.
• Conduct regular progress meetings and maintain strong communication with executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Support commercial and contracts teams in managing claims, variations, change orders, and contractual obligations.
• Review contractor performance, commercial risks, and package delivery status.
• Ensure proper cost control, budget management, and financial performance across all roads delivery activities.
• Participate in negotiation and resolution of commercial disputes where necessary.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE regulations, quality standards, and project governance procedures.
• Promote proactive safety leadership and ensure implementation of best practices across all worksites.
• Monitor inspections, audits, testing activities, and quality assurance processes.
• Ensure timely closeout of NCRs, observations, and corrective actions.
• Support regulatory approvals and final acceptance activities.
• Work closely with project controls teams to monitor schedules, risks, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Identify project risks, constraints, and mitigation strategies to maintain delivery objectives.
• Review recovery schedules and corrective action plans to address delays and performance gaps.
• Provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, opportunities, and overall package performance.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project delivery teams including construction managers, package managers, engineers, and support staff.
• Promote high-performance teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and technical capability building.
• Foster collaboration across project functions and stakeholders.

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 25 years of experience in roads and infrastructure project delivery.
• Extensive experience leading major roads programs within airport, aviation, transportation, or mega infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in large-scale construction management, stakeholder coordination, and multidisciplinary delivery environments.
• Demonstrated success managing complex infrastructure projects with multiple contractors and interfaces.
• Strong expertise in roads construction methodologies, infrastructure delivery, and project lifecycle management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management knowledge.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced project environments.
• Proficiency in project reporting, planning, and performance management systems.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring;

• Professional certifications such as PMP or equivalent.
• Experience working on airport access roads, transportation hubs, or aviation infrastructure programs.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions and international construction standards.
• Strong understanding of operational readiness and airport interface management.
• Experience managing multi-billion-dollar infrastructure programs.
• Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure and multicultural environments.
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