AtkinsRealis are currently looking Associate Director Projects, Delivery management in Abu Dhabi, UAE who can handle projects of varying scale and value, depending upon the complexity of the project, etc the normal would be up to AED 200M in value. However, where the projects are of significant value and complexity the Associate Director may be part of a larger project management team reporting to a Project Director or a portfolio director:Roles and Responsibilities:To lead development projects, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large or complex projects.To act as the key, day to day project interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.Advising at a strategic level at the project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the project objectives.Leading the establishment of the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parametersManage the design process from Vision to IFC ensuring the design is delivered to the required brief and that the budgets are being maintained.Preparing and presenting projects through stage gate approval process in coordination with all internal departments and the project consultantsUndertake planned Value Engineering options on all projects to ensure the best value is achieved.Assist in the preparation of consultant lists.Assist in the preparation of contractor lists.Planning for and the ongoing management of quality, safety, health and environment issues.Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project.Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed delivery strategy.Advising upon the procurement of resourcesLeading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team or sections of a major project as directed by the Project Director.Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPI's to improve project performance.Managing the change control process.Monitoring and advising upon project finances in conjunction with the cost consultantManaging the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communicationsEnsuring the production of formal project progress and other reportsTaking a leading role in interfacing with project stakeholders, at all project stagesPreparing and presenting projects through stage gate approval process in coordination with all internal departments and the project consultantsManage the interface between construction and asset management to ensure smooth and orderly transition of assets from contractor to operator.Actively manage the defects liability period ensuring all issues are dealt with immediately.Qualifications and Education Requirements:Recognized degree in a construction related activity such as Civil engineering, Construction management, Quantity and Building surveying, architecture or Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.Member of a recognized professional body such as RIBA, CIOB, RICSPreferred Skills and Competencies12+ years in a similar role, good communicator, Client facing, commercially aware, with the ability to either actively work as part of a team or to work as the team leader and inspire the team to success.Rewards & BenefitsWe offer an excellent package which includes:A competitive salaryAccommodation allowance;Transportation allowance;22 working days annual leaveMedical and life insurance cover;Company gratuity scheme;Discretionary bonus scheme;Annual flight allowance to point of originAbout AtkinsR\xc3\xa9alisCreated by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsR\xc3\xa9alis is a world-leading professional services and project management 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 world's 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 key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn.AtkinsRealis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. 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;Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individuals gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees ability.Worker Type EmployeeJob Type RegularAt AtkinsR\xc3\xa9alis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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