Job Description

Lead Construction Manager - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
This Lead Construction Manager role with Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi focuses on directing construction activities across multiple packages within a major civil infrastructure initiative. The position ensures consistent construction management practices, safety compliance, progress monitoring, contractor oversight, and full alignment with project controls and reporting requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Construction
Salary: 38000-52000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and demonstrate leadership in safe site behavior
• Oversee construction supervision and management at both package and initiative levels
• Ensure all construction activities comply with established construction management processes
• Apply consistent standards and management practices across all contractors and work packages
• Provide constructability input and construction methodology guidance to project teams
• Liaise with Abu Dhabi government agencies when works affect public or maintained assets
• Monitor onsite progress against approved schedules and report milestone performance
• Review contractor submissions including work package plans, briefing sheets, and commissioning plans
• Perform or arrange inspections and audits covering safety, quality, environmental compliance, engineering, and commissioning
• Maintain accurate records and relay construction management information to project stakeholders
• Identify site issues that may impact cost and support assessment of variations
• Escalate major issues promptly for resolution through appropriate channels
• Identify best practices and continuous improvement opportunities for construction delivery
• Provide buildability advice for both package and initiative-level planning
• Coordinate the transfer of completed civil infrastructure assets into maintenance and operation
• Oversee initiative-level reporting including progress updates, delays, earned value metrics, risks, payments, instructions, variations, EoT claims, suspensions, tests, incidents, force majeure events, and disputes
• Guide and supervise Package Managers handling smaller work scopes under the initiative

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Minimum 20 years of construction management experience on major design-bid-build and design-build projects
• Strong background in large civil and infrastructure works, including roads and bridge upgrades
• Proficiency in construction management EDMS systems and familiarity with planning tools
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities

Skills Set

• Multi-package construction management
• Safety and quality compliance
• Progress monitoring and earned value analysis
• Variation and claims coordination
• Buildability and constructability review
• EDMS and planning systems
• Government agency coordination
• Leadership and team oversight

Why Join Us

• Lead the construction management function for major Abu Dhabi civil infrastructure programs
• Work with a global engineering leader known for excellence and technical depth
• Strong career development potential within Parsons' expanding UAE operations
• Engage in high-impact work shaping Abu Dhabi's long-term infrastructure landscape

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and project management firm delivering advanced infrastructure, mobility, utilities, and smart city programs across the Middle East. The company is known for innovative engineering, world-class project delivery, and its role in developing sustainable, future-ready cities.
Job Title Lead Construction Manager - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Lead Construction Manager - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
This Lead Construction Manager role with Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi focuses on directing construction activities across multiple packages within a major civil infrastructure initiative. The position ensures consistent construction management practices, safety compliance, progress monitoring, contractor oversight, and full alignment with project controls and reporting requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Construction
Salary: 38000-52000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and demonstrate leadership in safe site behavior
• Oversee construction supervision and management at both package and initiative levels
• Ensure all construction activities comply with established construction management processes
• Apply consistent standards and management practices across all contractors and work packages
• Provide constructability input and construction methodology guidance to project teams
• Liaise with Abu Dhabi government agencies when works affect public or maintained assets
• Monitor onsite progress against approved schedules and report milestone performance
• Review contractor submissions including work package plans, briefing sheets, and commissioning plans
• Perform or arrange inspections and audits covering safety, quality, environmental compliance, engineering, and commissioning
• Maintain accurate records and relay construction management information to project stakeholders
• Identify site issues that may impact cost and support assessment of variations
• Escalate major issues promptly for resolution through appropriate channels
• Identify best practices and continuous improvement opportunities for construction delivery
• Provide buildability advice for both package and initiative-level planning
• Coordinate the transfer of completed civil infrastructure assets into maintenance and operation
• Oversee initiative-level reporting including progress updates, delays, earned value metrics, risks, payments, instructions, variations, EoT claims, suspensions, tests, incidents, force majeure events, and disputes
• Guide and supervise Package Managers handling smaller work scopes under the initiative

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Minimum 20 years of construction management experience on major design-bid-build and design-build projects
• Strong background in large civil and infrastructure works, including roads and bridge upgrades
• Proficiency in construction management EDMS systems and familiarity with planning tools
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities

Skills Set

• Multi-package construction management
• Safety and quality compliance
• Progress monitoring and earned value analysis
• Variation and claims coordination
• Buildability and constructability review
• EDMS and planning systems
• Government agency coordination
• Leadership and team oversight

Why Join Us

• Lead the construction management function for major Abu Dhabi civil infrastructure programs
• Work with a global engineering leader known for excellence and technical depth
• Strong career development potential within Parsons' expanding UAE operations
• Engage in high-impact work shaping Abu Dhabi's long-term infrastructure landscape

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and project management firm delivering advanced infrastructure, mobility, utilities, and smart city programs across the Middle East. The company is known for innovative engineering, world-class project delivery, and its role in developing sustainable, future-ready cities.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 38000.00
Salary to 52000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Abu Dhabi
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location

Skills Required