Senior Project Manager – Rail Depot Delivery
Posted date [2026-04-03]
(ID: 43353)
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Job Snapshot
* Role: Senior Project Manager
* Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
* Industry: Civil Engineering
* Industry: Civil Engineering
* Experience: 15+ years
* Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Project Manager Rail Depot Delivery role in Abu Dhabi UAE within the civil engineering sector is a strategic hiring opportunity focused on leading depot design and construction for high speed rail infrastructure. This role is critical for managing complex depot packages, ensuring seamless coordination, and delivering projects within defined timelines and budgets.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Project-Program Management
Salary: 52000–68000 monthly (Market estimated)
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
This role leads the execution of depot infrastructure within a major rail programme, overseeing all phases from design through construction and commissioning. The Senior Project Manager ensures alignment between technical delivery, stakeholder expectations, and contractual requirements across multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Direct and manage depot project delivery from concept through completion
* Monitor contractor and consultant performance across schedule, cost, and quality benchmarks
* Oversee design coordination and preparation of tender documentation with required approvals
* Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
* Manage interfaces between depot systems and other rail project packages
* Lead stakeholder coordination and maintain clear communication channels
* Control contract delivery including change management and reporting processes
* Implement quality assurance practices and monitor compliance through inspections
* Track project progress and report milestones, risks, and performance metrics
* Develop and oversee key project plans including safety, quality, and commissioning
* Identify risks or delays and implement corrective action plans
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with strong technical background
* Minimum 15 years of experience in rail or major infrastructure projects
* Proven experience in depot design and construction within railway projects
* Strong understanding of construction management and project delivery frameworks
* Experience managing complex stakeholder environments and multidisciplinary teams
* Strong commercial awareness and financial management capability
* Excellent communication and reporting skills
* Professional certifications such as PMP or equivalent are advantageous
Skills Set
* Rail depot project management
* Infrastructure design and construction coordination
* Contract and stakeholder management
* Risk and performance monitoring
* Quality assurance and compliance
* Project scheduling and reporting
* Team leadership and integration
Why Join Us
* Lead specialized depot infrastructure within high speed rail projects
* Work on advanced transportation systems shaping future mobility
* Opportunity to manage complex, high-value project packages
* Career progression within a global engineering consultancy
* Long-term opportunities in rail and infrastructure development
About the Company
Parsons Corporation delivers large-scale rail and infrastructure projects across the UAE. In Abu Dhabi, the company plays a key role in developing advanced railway systems and depot facilities that support efficient and sustainable transportation networks.
