Senior Project Manager (Electrical)

Overview

Role Overview

Project & Programme Management

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of an electrical regulatory programme in line with agreed scope, programme, and governance frameworks.
• Develop and manage project schedules, action trackers, risk registers, and reporting dashboards.
• Coordinate inputs from technical specialists, reviewers, authorities, and wider stakeholders.
• Ensure deliverables are issued on time, aligned with client expectations, and supported by clear audit trails and approvals.
• Manage change control, scope clarifications, and programme risks in collaboration with the client.

Technical Oversight & Regulatory Knowledge

• Apply strong technical understanding of electrical wiring regulations to guide discussions, reviews, and decision-making.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of key standards and regulations, including:
• Abu Dhabi Electrical Wiring Regulations (AD EWR)
• BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations 18th Edition and amendments)
• DEWA regulations and standards
• IEC standards and international benchmarks
• Support the interpretation, comparison, and alignment of regional and international standards where required.
• Ensure technical discussions remain focused, accurate, and appropriate for senior stakeholders and non-technical audiences.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary client-facing lead, representing GHD in meetings, workshops, and formal presentations.
• Plan and lead stakeholder workshops, technical review sessions, and consultation meetings.
• Prepare and deliver clear, structured presentations to senior client representatives and external stakeholders.
• Build strong working relationships with regulatory authorities, industry representatives, and client teams.
• Capture stakeholder feedback and ensure it is tracked, addressed, and incorporated appropriately.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare high-quality project reports, briefing notes, executive summaries, and presentation materials.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory matters into clear, concise, and well-structured communications.
• Provide regular progress updates to the client, including risks, issues, dependencies, and recommendations.

Governance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure project delivery aligns with GHD s quality management systems and project governance frameworks.
• Support internal and external reviews, audits, and approvals as required.
• Maintain clear doc