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Sommerman Skinner Associates (SSA Limited)
Dubai , UAE
Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: AED 40,000 – 45,000 per month (inclusive of fixed allowances)
Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering
We are seeking a highly experienced and RTA-approved Project Manager – Roads & Infrastructure to lead the successful delivery of large-scale road and transportation projects in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing at least one major Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) project in the UAE and possess strong expertise in infrastructure construction within complex urban environments.
This role requires a strategic leader with deep technical knowledge, strong authority coordination experience, and the ability to deliver high-value road projects safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of major road and infrastructure projects in full compliance with RTA standards and regulations.
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Act as the primary liaison with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), consultants, and key stakeholders.
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Ensure adherence to RTA specifications, technical guidelines, and all authority requirements.
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Manage project budgets, procurement strategies, timelines, and resource allocation.
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Oversee traffic diversions, staging strategies, and utility relocation coordination.
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Coordinate with key authorities including Dubai Municipality, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Etisalat, and du.
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Administer contracts under FIDIC conditions, including claims, variations, and commercial matters.
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Monitor project progress, risk management, quality assurance, and HSE compliance.
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Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, planners, quantity surveyors, and subcontractors.
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Prepare and present detailed progress reports to senior management and clients.
Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
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12–15+ years of proven experience in road and infrastructure construction in the UAE.
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Prior experience as Project Manager on at least one major RTA roads project in Dubai.
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Must be RTA-approved (previous approval demonstrated).
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Strong knowledge of:
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RTA road design standards
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Traffic diversion planning and staging
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Utility coordination and relocation
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FIDIC contract administration
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PMP certification (PMI) or equivalent preferred.
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Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Experience:
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Experience managing projects valued at AED 200M+.
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Familiarity with Dubai e-permitting systems.
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Experience delivering Design & Build (D&B) road projects.
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Arabic language proficiency (advantageous).
Key Competencies:
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Strategic Leadership & Team Management
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Risk Management & Project Controls
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Authority & Stakeholder Coordination
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Commercial & Contractual Expertise
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Strong Communication & Executive Reporting Skills
About the Company
SSA Ltd. (Sommerman Skinner Associates) is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting construction and engineering professionals across the UAE and internationally. Representing over 2,000 companies across diverse sectors, SSA provides strategic career guidance based on in-depth market knowledge, project pipelines, and company growth insights.