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This is a Senior-Level position with responsibilities that include supervising and directing employees, enforcing company safety policies, and maintaining efficient work teams.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in operations and maintenance of a mass transit system, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Additional responsibilities include leading and training subordinates, providing management presence, facilitating meetings, and reporting to senior management.

The successful candidate will be able to maintain a rapport with employees, deal effectively with others, and enforce regulations and related safety procedures.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or cultural background.

• Bachelor's Degree in Related Technical Field
• At Least 5 Years Experience in Operations and Maintenance of Mass Transit System
• Basic Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic Systems
• Leadership and Training Skills
• Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

We are proud to be a global business with operations in over 60 countries, and look forward to hearing from you if you are interested in joining our team.

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a Two 2 Cost Control Engineer (Senior Level) to join a top qualified and knowledgeable team of Engineers in one of our Project in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We'd like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters

What you will need to do:

• Drafts project-specific Cost Control Procedures.
• Prepares Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) in accordance with Company's guidelines, WBS, and Contracts pricing structure.
• Prepares initial Project Budget in accordance with the Scope of Work and tender pricing documents.
• Collects actual costs/expenditures and allocates to the CBS.
• Calculates the Value of Work Executed (Value of Work Done VOWD).
• Performs the Earned Value Management (EVM) for both Manhours and Cost.
• Preparation of monthly Manhours and Cost forecasts for Project Management, Engineering, Construction Materials, and other project resources.
• Prepare cost estimates for Variations and Claims including Indirect and Direct Costs.
• Review cost estimates of Subcontractors for claims and variations.
• Monitors project actual costs, determines and analyses cost variances, and develops cost trends and projections using and presenting the Budgeted Cost for Work Scheduled, Budgeted Cost for Work Performed, Actual Cost for Work Scheduled, Actual Cost for Work Performed, and Cost Performance Index.
• Prepares cost reports.
• Maintains records of actual cost elements (materials, equipment, manpower, etc.) to use in the Project Close-Out Report and to provide feedback to the tendering department.
• Liaises with project different sections in cost allocation, accounting, and control matters.
• Participates in preparing the Project Close-Out Report and Lessons Learnt.
• Prepares regular billing to the Client, provides necessary supporting documents, and communicates with the Client for certification and payment.
• Reviews Subcontractors invoices along with supporting documents.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in periodic site meetings to elaborate the project cost reports, record any suggested changes and/or deviations from the plan, and advise of its effect on the overall budget.

What you will need to have:

• University degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience including 5 years experience in construction industry at similar level.
• Experience in EPC Projects above US$ 100M with direct involvement in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction is essential.
• Previous employment with leading EPC contractors is highly preferable.
• Capability to perform under stressful situations.
• Engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning awareness.
• Fluency in the English language.

You are someone who:

• Good communication and interface with Project Team.
• Operational mindset.
• Has excellent organizational skills.
• Is passionate about his/her field of expertise and determined to succeed.

What's in it for you:

Expat package is on the shelf yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects literally around the globe with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon you will find a proud, productive, and human-centric culture caring for and building on our people and their development

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoring our open vacancies and our LinkedIn page Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a Two 2 Cost Control Engineer (Senior Level) to join a top qualified and knowledgeable team of Engineers in one of our Project in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We'd like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters!

What you will need to do:

• Drafts project-specific Cost Control Procedures.
• Prepares Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) in accordance with Company’s guidelines, WBS, and Contracts pricing structure.
• Prepares initial Project Budget in accordance with the Scope of Work and tender pricing documents.
• Collects actual costs/expenditures and allocates to the CBS.
• Calculates the Value of Work Executed (Value of Work Done VOWD).
• Performs the Earned Value Management (EVM) for both Manhours and Cost.
• Preparation of monthly Manhours and Cost forecasts for Project Management, Engineering, Construction Materials, and other project resources.
• Prepare cost estimates for Variations and Claims including Indirect and Direct Costs.
• Review cost estimates of Subcontractors for claims and variations.
• Monitors project actual costs, determines and analyses cost variances, and develops cost trends and projections using and presenting the Budgeted Cost for Work Scheduled, Budgeted Cost for Work Performed, Actual Cost for Work Scheduled, Actual Cost for Work Performed, and Cost Performance Index.
• Prepares cost reports.
• Maintains records of actual cost elements (materials, equipment, manpower, etc.) to use in the Project Close-Out Report and to provide feedback to the tendering department.
• Liaises with project different sections in cost allocation, accounting, and control matters.
• Participates in preparing the Project Close-Out Report and Lessons Learnt.
• Prepares regular billing to the Client, provides necessary supporting documents, and communicates with the Client for certification and payment.
• Reviews Subcontractors invoices along with supporting documents.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in periodic site meetings to elaborate the project cost reports, record any suggested changes and/or deviations from the plan, and advise of its effect on the overall budget.

What you will need to have:

• University degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience including 5 years experience in construction industry at similar level.
• Experience in EPC Projects above US$ 100M with direct involvement in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction is essential.
• Previous employment with leading EPC contractors is highly preferable.
• Capability to perform under stressful situations.
• Engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning awareness.
• Fluency in the English language.

You are someone who:

• Good communication and interface with Project Team.
• Operational mindset.
• Has excellent organizational skills.
• Is passionate about his/her field of expertise and determined to succeed.

What's in it for you:

Expat package is on the shelf yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects literally around the globe with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon you will find a proud, productive, and human-centric culture caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoring our open vacancies and our LinkedIn page! Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/26/2025

The Client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced ESG specialist to lead in developing, coordinating, and overseeing ESG strategies across the Client Group—including the holding company and its portfolio assets. The role involves driving ESG integration into corporate and investment processes, enhancing ESG performance, managing external reporting, and ensuring alignment with global best practices.

Support the implementation and refinement of the Client’s ESG strategy and roadmap.

Evaluate existing ESG policies and recommend enhancements.

Review ESG-related market trends, frameworks, and rating methodologies to align with global best practices.

Analyze ESG rating and risk reports; recommend improvement and mitigation strategies.

Conduct reviews of technical environmental data (carbon, water, energy, waste, etc.).

Draft scopes and review ESG due diligence reports for new and existing investments.

Assess ESG-related risks and opportunities across the portfolio.

Draft and review the Client’s ESG and annual sustainability reports; ensure high-quality, transparent, and compliant disclosures.

Recommend suitable ESG reporting frameworks and trade body memberships.

Set, track, and report ESG KPIs across portfolio assets.

Establish ESG data collection systems to support performance scoring and trend analysis.

Monitor performance against ESG targets and advise on improvements.

Serve as the central point of coordination across internal teams (Investment, Legal, Strategy, Finance, Internal Audit, Communications) and external stakeholders (consultants, data providers, regulators).

Provide regular ESG updates to senior leadership.

Lead ESG training initiatives to embed a culture of sustainability across the Client Group.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related discipline.

ESG certifications (e.g., SASB, GRI, CFA ESG, PRI Academy) are advantageous.

In-depth knowledge of ESG frameworks (GRI, TCFD, SASB, UNPRI, etc.)

Familiarity with ESG regulatory landscape and upcoming compliance trends.

Understanding of ESG integration into investment processes.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

High analytical capability with attention to detail.

Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior ESG-related role.

Prior experience in financial services or investment sectors preferred.

The Role

Our office in Dubai offers a full service which is completely integrated with and supported by our global network. We advise clients on major transactions and projects in the Middle East and beyond.

Our impressive Real Estate team is part of our Middle East Real Estate & Construction practice. The teams clients include public and private real estate developers large corporates global and regional financial investors and asset managers as well as various well known lenders operators and brands.

This is an opportunity to join one of the leading Real Estate teams in the region and to work on some of the regions most complex and high profile mandates. The work primarily focuses on large development projects investment deals (both direct and indirect) real estate financing as well as major transactions in the hospitality and entertainment sectors.

Notable transactions:

• Advising DP World on the sale of a minority stake in its strategic UAE assets (Jebel Ali Port Jebel Ali Free Zone and National Industries Park) to CDPQ for US$5 billion
• Advising Aldar on its proposed entry into a retail joint venture with Mubadala Investment Company PJSC
• Advising Wynn Resorts in connection with the development of Wynn Al Marjan Island a multi-billion-dollar integrated resort on Ras Al Khaimahs Al Marjan Island Island 3
• Advising Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on at least 21 hotel management transactions as part of the first hospitality phase at the giga-project in Qiddiya KSA

Key Attractions

• We are committed to working with clients as integrated team members - which means that from day one our lawyers have hands-on client contact.
• We are proud of our reputation for being a friendly supportive meritocratic and diverse group and reinforce this with regular social events - both ad hoc and organized.
• We run a sophisticated global training programme including local monthly courses run by The Academy.
• Our remuneration package is one of the most attractive in the market.

Qualifications :

Your Experience

• 3-5 years post-qualified experience advising on real estate acquisitions and disposals (direct and indirect) landlord and tenant matters real estate development and asset due diligence.
• Some real estate finance experience is useful
• Have a detailed and strong knowledge of commercial and legal issues affecting the real estate sector.
• You will have strong legal skills with the ability to provide commercial solutions.
• Good transactional and management skills.
• Experience of taking a leading role in advising clients supervising junior Lawyers/ trainees and completing transactions.
• You will enjoy working in a busy and supportive team supervising others and liaising with Lawyers in other practice areas and/or offices in the firm.
• Strong drafting skills.
• Stellar academic record
• All candidates should be fluent in English and will have previous experience working in a similarly high-profile international law firm.
• In all cases candidates should have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; excellent drafting analytical and communication skills; and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team. You must also have exceptional results throughout your academic history.

Additional Information :

Equal Opportunities

At Clifford Chance we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender gender identity and expression marital or civil partnership status race colour national or ethnic origin social or economic background disability religious belief sexual orientation or age. This applies to recruitment and selection terms and conditions of employment including pay promotion training transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.

Find out more about our inclusive culturehere

#LI-Hybrid

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/26/2025

The Client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced ESG specialist to lead in developing, coordinating, and overseeing ESG strategies across the Client Group—including the holding company and its portfolio assets. The role involves driving ESG integration into corporate and investment processes, enhancing ESG performance, managing external reporting, and ensuring alignment with global best practices.

Support the implementation and refinement of the Client’s ESG strategy and roadmap.

Evaluate existing ESG policies and recommend enhancements.

Review ESG-related market trends, frameworks, and rating methodologies to align with global best practices.

Analyze ESG rating and risk reports; recommend improvement and mitigation strategies.

Conduct reviews of technical environmental data (carbon, water, energy, waste, etc.).

Draft scopes and review ESG due diligence reports for new and existing investments.

Assess ESG-related risks and opportunities across the portfolio.

Draft and review the Client’s ESG and annual sustainability reports; ensure high-quality, transparent, and compliant disclosures.

Recommend suitable ESG reporting frameworks and trade body memberships.

Set, track, and report ESG KPIs across portfolio assets.

Establish ESG data collection systems to support performance scoring and trend analysis.

Monitor performance against ESG targets and advise on improvements.

Serve as the central point of coordination across internal teams (Investment, Legal, Strategy, Finance, Internal Audit, Communications) and external stakeholders (consultants, data providers, regulators).

Provide regular ESG updates to senior leadership.

Lead ESG training initiatives to embed a culture of sustainability across the Client Group.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related discipline.

ESG certifications (e.g., SASB, GRI, CFA ESG, PRI Academy) are advantageous.

In-depth knowledge of ESG frameworks (GRI, TCFD, SASB, UNPRI, etc.)

Familiarity with ESG regulatory landscape and upcoming compliance trends.

Understanding of ESG integration into investment processes.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

High analytical capability with attention to detail.

Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior ESG-related role.

Prior experience in financial services or investment sectors preferred.

The Role

Our office in Dubai offers a full service which is completely integrated with and supported by our global network. We advise clients on major transactions and projects in the Middle East and beyond.

Our impressive Real Estate team is part of our Middle East Real Estate & Construction practice. The teams clients include public and private real estate developers large corporates global and regional financial investors and asset managers as well as various well known lenders operators and brands.

This is an opportunity to join one of the leading Real Estate teams in the region and to work on some of the regions most complex and high profile mandates. The work primarily focuses on large development projects investment deals (both direct and indirect) real estate financing as well as major transactions in the hospitality and entertainment sectors.

Notable transactions:

• Advising DP World on the sale of a minority stake in its strategic UAE assets (Jebel Ali Port Jebel Ali Free Zone and National Industries Park) to CDPQ for US$5 billion
• Advising Aldar on its proposed entry into a retail joint venture with Mubadala Investment Company PJSC
• Advising Wynn Resorts in connection with the development of Wynn Al Marjan Island a multi-billion-dollar integrated resort on Ras Al Khaimahs Al Marjan Island Island 3
• Advising Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on at least 21 hotel management transactions as part of the first hospitality phase at the giga-project in Qiddiya KSA

Key Attractions

• We are committed to working with clients as integrated team members - which means that from day one our lawyers have hands-on client contact.
• We are proud of our reputation for being a friendly supportive meritocratic and diverse group and reinforce this with regular social events - both ad hoc and organized.
• We run a sophisticated global training programme including local monthly courses run by The Academy.
• Our remuneration package is one of the most attractive in the market.

Qualifications :

Your Experience

• 3-5 years post-qualified experience advising on real estate acquisitions and disposals (direct and indirect) landlord and tenant matters real estate development and asset due diligence.
• Some real estate finance experience is useful
• Have a detailed and strong knowledge of commercial and legal issues affecting the real estate sector.
• You will have strong legal skills with the ability to provide commercial solutions.
• Good transactional and management skills.
• Experience of taking a leading role in advising clients supervising junior Lawyers/ trainees and completing transactions.
• You will enjoy working in a busy and supportive team supervising others and liaising with Lawyers in other practice areas and/or offices in the firm.
• Strong drafting skills.
• Stellar academic record
• All candidates should be fluent in English and will have previous experience working in a similarly high-profile international law firm.
• In all cases candidates should have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; excellent drafting analytical and communication skills; and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team. You must also have exceptional results throughout your academic history.

Additional Information :

Equal Opportunities

At Clifford Chance we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender gender identity and expression marital or civil partnership status race colour national or ethnic origin social or economic background disability religious belief sexual orientation or age. This applies to recruitment and selection terms and conditions of employment including pay promotion training transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.

Find out more about our inclusive culturehere

#LI-Hybrid

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

ERM is seeking a highly motivated Senior Impact Assessment Consultant to join our team in the Middle East with extensive opportunities to travel internationally.

You will demonstrate environmentaland / or social consulting background to manage and deliver environmental impact assessment (ESIA) and environmental and social due diligence ( ESDD ) projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record on delivering ESIA and ESDD projects in compliance with international best practice for multinational clients.

Enjoy a rewarding professional life

This is a great opportunity for a professional looking to advance his / her career with a global sustainability leader, while managing project teams that deliver world-class ESIAs and ESDD projects across the globe. The candidate will work on international challenging and demanding projects, as part of an experienced, motivated, robust and dynamic team.

Our Values

ERM has enduring values, which are fundamental to our business conduct. We are passionate about our people, their safety, well-being and development. ERMers take accountability, are client focused, and collaborate willingly with colleagues across geographies.

Being a successful, sustainable business also goes hand in hand with leading on diversity,equalityand inclusion , and as we individually embody these values through supporting and driving initiatives within the business.

The Role

The role is based in our Abu Dhabi office and will operate within our broader Capital Projects Delivery within our EMEA technical community. Will work in collaboration with other consultants and partners in international teams, as well as collaboratively with corporations, multilateral finance institutions, and other private and public sector clients to assess a wide range of corporate environmental, social and ethical issues, communicating with stakeholders at corporate and operational level. Project delivery will be the core of the expected role.

Main responsibilities and tasks will be :

Contribute to the delivery of ESIAs and associated management plans in compliance with international best practice standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESS, Equator Principles) as well as country-specific requirements and general best practices where these specific standards do not apply.

Expected project delivery activities include report writing, undertaking and organizing data collection and survey field work, data and literature review, impact and risk analysis, management and mitigation planning, and development of recommendations for clients.

Prospectively, direct and monitor project management activities related to ESIA / ESMP / ESDD projects.

Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment and management projects. Participate on teams comprised of Impact Assessment Practitioners (IAPs) from multiple offices around the global ERM organization.

Contribute to proposal development, including development of technical scopes and cost estimates. Maintain client relationships to support repeat business.

Work with other global ERM resources to deepen relationships with ERM key and high growth / high value clients to expand ERM’s profile and market share in the global IAP market (through a combination of excellence in technical delivery and business development support).

Profile sought

Bachelors Degree in environmental science / engineering or similar; Masters or PhD beneficial.

Ideally someone with Arabic language skills

Relevant experience of environmental and social consulting experience, including successfully managing projects and teams on ESIAs / ESMPs and ESDD activities.

Strong technical E&S experience linking to priority sectors including energy, infrastructure and extractives.

Understanding of relevant international E&S Safeguards and Standards, . IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, World Bank ESS.

Commitment to health and safety excellence.

Experience using data and technology to solve clients E&S challenges.

Willingness to travel internationally.

Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

To Apply

We aim to build an inclusive culture by identifying, acquiring, developing and retaining a highly skilled and high performing workforce that reflects the diverse global marketplace in which we operate, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religious preference, sexual orientation, physical attributes, or educational background.

We are committed to building a sustainable future with theworld’s leading organisations, but we believe that change startsat home. That’s why we’ve operated the ERM Foundation (ERMFoundation) since 1995. Take a look at the Foundation AnnualReport (Annual Review 2024) – we think you’ll be impressed.

We offer flexible working to suit your life – need to do the schoolrun? Not a problem! More productive and happy if you work fromhome a few days per week? Go ahead! Love to travel? Askabout our Cross Border Remote Working! You’ll have 25 daysannual leave + public holidays, 6% pension contribution, EV carsalary sacrifice scheme (Octopus), twice annual promotionopportunities, annual salary review and performance relatedbonus, private medical insurance, life assurance, incomeprotection, employee assistance programme, volunteering andGive As You Earn opportunities, travel season ticket loan,premium account for Calm (the #1 app for sleep and meditation),Cycle2Work Scheme, plus discounts on gym membership andgift cards for a wide variety of retailers and restaurants.

We also offer employees a Safety First, diverse and inclusiveculture in which difference is embraced, valued and celebrated.

With a robust career framework in place and 20+ technicalcommunities of global experts you can join, there are greatopportunities to advance your career here at ERM.

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Managing Consultant • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a Corporate Strategy Specialist to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting the formulation and execution of our organization's long-term strategic goals. This position requires close collaboration across various verticals, including Strategic Planning, Performance Management, and Research & Economics.

1. Strategic Analysis & Research:

• Lead and support in-depth analysis of key sectors, market trends, and peer/competitor performance (financial, operational, organizational).
• Generate insights on opportunities, threats, strengths, and weaknesses to inform business decisions and strategic planning.
• Work closely with the Performance Management team to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and assess alignment with strategic objectives.
• Conduct market and economic research to support the Research & Economics function.

1. Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Contribute to the development of long-term strategies, strategic roadmaps, and annual operating plans across business units.
• Ensure strategic plans are aligned with our mission, vision, and performance goals.
• Participate in the design and implementation of cross-functional strategic initiatives and transformation programs.

1. Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare clear, concise, and impactful reports and presentations for executive leadership on strategic topics, performance, and the business environment.
• Deliver regular updates on market developments, portfolio performance, and progress against strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to gather data and insights necessary for strategic projects.