Construction Manager

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Manager Rail Stations to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering transformative infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi. This exciting opportunity involves contributing to the development of world-class rail and metro station projects, enhancing transportation networks, and supporting the region's ambitious growth plans.

As the Construction Manager, you will hold primary responsibility for overseeing Parsons' construction management efforts, ensuring seamless coordination with stakeholders, delivery partners, and contractors. Reporting directly to the PM/CM Director, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of construction management strategies, ensuring the program meets its ambitious goals.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Directs overall planning and execution of construction activities across rail corridors, stations, and supporting infrastructure, identifying critical milestones and ensuring alignment with program objectives.

• Develops and manages construction budgets, schedules, and resource plans for assigned packages.

• Ensures availability and coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and major plant/equipment to maintain optimal progress and productivity.

• Leads and mentors Construction Superintendents and Engineers in multiple work zones, reviewing performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and recommending improvements as necessary.

• Oversees manpower, materials, and equipment allocation to achieve performance and budget targets, proactively addressing risks and bottlenecks.

• Implements robust construction practices and quality management systems to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance with UAE regulatory frameworks.

• Prepares progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior management and client review.

• Ensures compliance with all company, client, and government policies, including labor, environmental, and health and safety regulations.

• Serves as the primary point of contact for client representatives, government authorities, and subcontractors for all construction-related activities.

• Promotes strong relationships with local stakeholders and communities, reflecting the project's strategic importance to the UAE's national infrastructure vision.

• Performs additional responsibilities as required by project leadership.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline, with a minimum of 15 years of experience in rail projects, including extensive experience in metro or rail station construction.

• Proven expertise in construction management, including development and delivery across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.

• Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken).

• Safety qualifications or awareness training.

• Experience in infrastructure projects, particularly in power distribution and site contractor management.

• Proven track record managing complex, multidisciplinary, and high-value rail projects in international environments, preferably within the GCC.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Comprehensive understanding of rail construction methodologies, including civils, track, structures, systems (signaling, OCS, E&M), and station interfaces.

• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, interface management, and commissioning processes in railway projects.

• Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive large multicultural teams toward shared goals.

• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

• Deep commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability principles consistent with UAE and international standards.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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