Senior Project Manager - Building

Abu Dhabi, UAE

What You ll Be Doing

• Acts as the primary Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors throughout project execution.
• Negotiates scope changes with the client and key subcontractors and supports efforts to secure additional work.
• Ensures follow-up on all project-related instructions and commitments; may participate in regulatory discussions and public meetings.
• Oversees the development of key project plans, including Project Execution, Health and Safety, and QA/QC plans.
• Establishes project requirements and ensures all deliverables meet defined standards.
• Prepares and shares a concise project summary to align the team.
• Manages all technical, commercial, financial, and administrative aspects of the project.
• Assigns responsibilities based on team members strengths and supports their performance and development.
• Coordinates with internal departments and external resources to build effective project teams.
• Defines key role requirements in collaboration with management.
• Develops and manages project budgets, schedules, and execution plans with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitors progress to ensure project objectives are met or exceeded.
• Identifies risks to cost or schedule and implements corrective action plans.
• Keeps the client and management informed of significant changes and maintains accurate change orders.
• Promotes quality and excellence through adherence to QA processes.
• Tracks and reports on project progress, milestones, and potential risks.
• Leads regular project review meetings to monitor performance and define action items

What Required Skills You ll Bring

• Bachelor s degree in engineering or a related technical/business field.
• Minimum of 15 + years project management experience, including at least 5 years on buildings and residential projects.
• Broad technical and business knowledge.
• Professional registration may be required.
• Strong ability to manage projects, engage with clients, and contribute hands-on to technical aspects, including design involvement.
• Thorough understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Must meet Parsons project management certification requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What Desired Skills You ll Bring

• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical and commercial issues to clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environments with strong attention to detail and time management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to stakeholder management and team coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concise reports, presentations, and project updates for senior management and clients.