Associate Director (Residential Villas & Mixed Use)

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis are looking for an Associate Director to be part of Project Management Team of Villa Projects within a Masterplan Program

Responsible for managing a villa project within a Program of villa Projects The project is primarily residential (various Villa typologies) with some community facilities in Abu Dhabi UAE

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911 AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting advisory & environmental services intelligent networks & cybersecurity design & engineering procurement project & construction management operations & maintenance decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn.

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As Associate Director you will be responsible for leading and managing the project or projects within the Masterplan program through the project lifecycle. Work closely with our clients design consultants Construction supervision consultant contractors and other stakeholders to ensure the projects objectives are met in line with our client requirements and expectations.

With a Strong background in construction management to manage and assist Construction supervision and Contractors meet project and client objectives.

Knowledge of Modern Methods of Construction (MCC) with pre-cast fabrication being consider for the Villa is preferrable.

Will be client facing and assist the Client Senior Manager Delivery ensuring the delivery of the Project though the project life cycle.

You will assist the Programme Director and support Senior Project Manager in ensuring that our scope of works is delivered to AtkinsRéalis and clients expectations.

Key Task and Responsibility

You will be responsible for at least the following areas and duties in your role:

Programme Delivery & Integration

• Support the Project Director in ensuring consistent PMC delivery across villa and infrastructure packages.
• Lead risk management escalation and resolution of issues impacting multiple packages or disciplines.
• Monitor interface between design construction and commercial teams to ensure delivery cohesion.
• Ensure compliance with delegated responsibilities under FIDIC where PMC is the named Engineer (site supervision delegated to CSC)
• Technical understanding of multidisciplinary design (architecture infrastructure MEP landscape)

Stakeholder & Authority Coordination

• Manage relationships with the Client and key Abu Dhabi authorities (e.g. ADM DMT ITC ADDC).
• Coordinate technical and administrative interfaces across contractors consultants and asset owners.
• Ensure MoU-driven authority engagements are fulfilled per programme and package timelines.

Commercial & Governance Alignment

• Liaise with PMC Commercial and Controls teams to ensure risk cost and programme data are consistent and accurate.
• Oversee PMC contributions to claims variations payment recommendations and cost reporting.
• Maintain adherence to Client governance and escalation protocols.

Reporting & Communication

• Support programme-wide reporting activities including milestone performance design coordination and contractor progress.
• Prepare executive-level briefings and risk registers for Client leadership.

General

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive timely resolution of complex design and construction challenges.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and engage team members to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills both as a team player and as an independent contributor with a demonstrated ability to balance teamwork and independent project assignments.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects displaying exemplary project management skills such as organization time management resourcefulness flexibility and communication.
• Ability to manage project timelines meticulously.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated attention to best value for investment within agreed budgets ensuring cost-effective design solutions without compromising quality.
• Results-driven mindset consistently achieving project goals and driving success in design delivery.
• Ensure AtkinsRéalis processes forms and deliverables are followed and when required client processes and forms as applicable in full consultation with the client.
• Manage direct lead and administrate the contracts of the various entities on the Program:
  • Lead Design Consultant (LDC)
  • Other consultants appointed by the client.
  • Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC)
  • Early Works and Main Work Contractors
• Shall coordinate and assist activities and work with various entities on the program:
  • Stakeholders not limited to: Client teams tenants facility management operators etc.
  • Consultants and Contractors
  • Statutory Authorities with support of Stakeholder Manager
  • Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC)
  • Logistics with support of logistics officer and assisted by client.
• Manage and assist the client with the procurement of Design Consultant specialists and Contractors as and when required.
• Overall awareness of PMC scope of services to manage and assist with but not limited to:
  • Construction Management
  • Constructability
  • Safety in Design
  • Assist in Change Management of the Project with the Cost and Commercial Teams implement required change control processes review and recommendation for Client confirmation.
  • Assist and coordinate value management during the Design and construction stages in support of the Client.
  • Determine and manage risks that may affect the programme/project not limited to schedule budget client requirements quality constructability and compliance.
  • Assist on monitoring and managing the Design and construction schedule with Project Controls and LDC
  • Assist in Stakeholder Management: Develop the statutory approval workflow chart for all design stages and in alignment with Client and Statutory Authority approval requirements.
• Oversee preparation of all technical documentation required for construction tender packages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelors degree in architecture Civil Engineering or relevant design discipline; Chartered status (e.g. RIBA P. Eng C. Eng) preferred.
• Able to work in a team environment and be client facing.
• Active leadership style

Experience Required

• 20-25 years working experience with experience in the region preferrable
• With 10 years experience in UAE in design manager experience on hospitality projects
• Preferable 5 years in Project Management Consultancy
• Post-Contract experience mainly with both Pre - Post Contract preferrable

Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of FIDIC contract implementation (including delegated site roles)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and risk management capabilities
• Proven authority coordination and PMC delivery experience
• Strong cross-functional leadership and commercial awareness

Why choose AtkinsRéalis

• Tax-free salary
• Life insurance coverage
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
• Paid Annual leave
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus program
• Annual flight contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Transportation & housing allowances
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance legal matters family care as well as personal health fitness and nutrition consulting

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender marital status age race ethnic origin religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees potential employees colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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