Construction Manager Rail - Mainline Civils

Overview

Lead on-site construction for major UAE rail infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• progress reporting
• quality management
• resource allocation
• supply coordination
• construction planning
• budget management

Tasks

-Prepares progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior management and client review. -Serves as the primary point of contact for client representatives, government authorities, and subcontractors for all construction-related activities. -Implements robust construction practices and quality management systems to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance with UAE regulatory frameworks. -Oversees manpower, materials, and equipment allocation to achieve performance and budget targets, proactively addressing risks and bottlenecks. -Promotes strong relationships with local stakeholders and communities, reflecting the project’s strategic importance to the UAE’s national infrastructure vision. -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. -Ensures compliance with all company, client, and government policies, including labor, environmental, and health and safety regulations. -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.

Requirements

• leadership
• safety
• rail construction
• signalling
• 20+ years
• civil engineering

What You Bring

-Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive large multicultural teams toward shared goals. -Deep commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability principles consistent with UAE and international standards. -Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous. -Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, interface management, and commissioning processes in railway projects. -Proven track record managing complex, multidisciplinary, and high-value rail projects in international environments, preferably within the GCC. -Comprehensive understanding of rail construction methodologies, including civils, track, structures, systems (signaling, OCS, E&M), and station interfaces. -Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in field construction, with at least 15 years in large-scale rail, metro, or transit infrastructure projects. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

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-Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally. -It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction. -Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works. -Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects. -The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

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