Job Description

Senior Construction Manager Aviation - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
The Senior Construction Manager Aviation role at Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi leads on-site construction delivery for major airfield and airport infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for managing large-scale aviation construction programs in live airport environments, ensuring safety, quality, schedule control, and budget compliance across complex, high-value projects.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Function: Construction
Salary: 38000-48000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Direct overall planning and execution of construction activities for major aviation and airfield projects valued between 50M and 250M
• Review and validate contractor construction schedules, critical milestones, and execution strategies in a 24-7 operational airport environment
• Define staffing plans, construction budgets, and resource forecasts for Parsons scope of services and monitor variances
• Ensure timely availability of subcontractors, specialist services, and major equipment suppliers to support efficient project delivery
• Assign and manage construction teams, inspectors, and resident engineers across multiple work areas
• Monitor progress, manpower, materials, and equipment utilization to maintain schedule and budget targets
• Identify potential construction risks and problem areas, implementing preventive and corrective actions to protect key milestones
• Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and client review
• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development of direct reports
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
• Act as the primary interface with clients, contractors, government authorities, and airport stakeholders
• Maintain strong client and community relations while coordinating with adjacent and interfacing airport projects

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant construction experience
• Proven experience delivering airport, airfield, or large civil infrastructure projects
• Professional Engineer certification is required
• Strong background in field construction management within complex operational environments
• Demonstrated leadership capability managing senior inspectors and construction administration teams
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us

• Leadership role on high-value aviation and airport infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi
• Opportunity to work in live airport environments with complex technical and operational challenges
• Career progression within a globally recognized engineering and construction management organization
• Exposure to landmark aviation programs supporting regional and international connectivity

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global professional services firm delivering engineering, construction management, and technical solutions across aviation, transportation, and infrastructure sectors. In Abu Dhabi, Parsons supports major airport and airfield developments by providing expert construction leadership, safety-driven execution, and schedule-focused delivery aligned with international aviation standards.
Job Title Senior Construction Manager Aviation - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Senior Construction Manager Aviation - Parsons Corporation - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
The Senior Construction Manager Aviation role at Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi leads on-site construction delivery for major airfield and airport infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for managing large-scale aviation construction programs in live airport environments, ensuring safety, quality, schedule control, and budget compliance across complex, high-value projects.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Function: Construction
Salary: 38000-48000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Direct overall planning and execution of construction activities for major aviation and airfield projects valued between 50M and 250M
• Review and validate contractor construction schedules, critical milestones, and execution strategies in a 24-7 operational airport environment
• Define staffing plans, construction budgets, and resource forecasts for Parsons scope of services and monitor variances
• Ensure timely availability of subcontractors, specialist services, and major equipment suppliers to support efficient project delivery
• Assign and manage construction teams, inspectors, and resident engineers across multiple work areas
• Monitor progress, manpower, materials, and equipment utilization to maintain schedule and budget targets
• Identify potential construction risks and problem areas, implementing preventive and corrective actions to protect key milestones
• Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and client review
• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development of direct reports
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
• Act as the primary interface with clients, contractors, government authorities, and airport stakeholders
• Maintain strong client and community relations while coordinating with adjacent and interfacing airport projects

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant construction experience
• Proven experience delivering airport, airfield, or large civil infrastructure projects
• Professional Engineer certification is required
• Strong background in field construction management within complex operational environments
• Demonstrated leadership capability managing senior inspectors and construction administration teams
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us

• Leadership role on high-value aviation and airport infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi
• Opportunity to work in live airport environments with complex technical and operational challenges
• Career progression within a globally recognized engineering and construction management organization
• Exposure to landmark aviation programs supporting regional and international connectivity

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global professional services firm delivering engineering, construction management, and technical solutions across aviation, transportation, and infrastructure sectors. In Abu Dhabi, Parsons supports major airport and airfield developments by providing expert construction leadership, safety-driven execution, and schedule-focused delivery aligned with international aviation standards.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 38000.00
Salary to 48000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Abu Dhabi
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location

Skills Required