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Are you seeking a rewarding career with endless possibilities? We have the perfect opportunity for you to excel on a global stage while making a significant impact to the growth and development of the U.A.E.

By joining Jacobs you will unlock a world of professional growth and networking opportunities. With our global presence across 40+ countries, you'll have the opportunity to connect and work with some of the world’s most talented and influential professionals from diverse backgrounds, expanding your reach and opening doors to new horizons.

Job stability is paramount, and we understand your need for a secure future. Joining our global team, you will benefit from our strong pipeline of work providing you with a solid foundation, offering stability and unwavering support throughout your career journey.

Are you ready to contribute to the nation building strategies of the U.A.E? Your skills and expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our great nation. At Jacobs, were challenging today and reinventing tomorrow as our global employee community turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Together, we deliver major infrastructure projects, create sustainable environments, revolutionize power and energy systems, promote renewable resources, enhance healthcare services, build world-class sporting facilities, and transform tourism experiences.

Jacobs has exciting opportunities across all our rapidly growing and buoyant business sectors: Utilities, Environment & Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics, Ports & Maritime, Strategic Consulting, Cities & Places, Energy & Power, Sales Operations and Corporate Services.  

As a Project Manager – UAE National, at Jacobs, you will have the chance to make a real impact, supporting clients throughout the project lifecycle, from studies and planning to design, compliance, permitting, construction, and start-up. Your business acumen will shine as you maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and communicate directly with clients.

By joining our team, you will become part of a global network of professionals, collaborating with our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates to create the best project outcomes. At Jacobs, we're building a company like no other, and we invite you to be a part of this transformative journey. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a lasting impact in the world of UAE Utility and Environmental projects, we want to hear from you. 

As a key member of our team, you will take the lead in delivering large and complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contract documents. You will empower and guide multi-national, multi-disciplinary teams through all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout, applying proven project management techniques to reduce costs and add value to the business. Your accountability will extend to ensuring client satisfaction, meeting Jacobs' business and policy expectations, and prioritizing the safety of our staff.

You will play a vital role in executing existing backlog and developing new work pursuits, functioning as a team lead and liaising with internal departments to plan, organize, and direct design staff and key positions. Your strong interpersonal skills will enable you to interface effectively with clients, identifying and fulfilling their expectations while assessing project requirements and recommending sound approaches to meet both project and client needs.

As a proactive contributor to our business development activities, you will actively engage in client relationship development, project-specific positioning, teaming arrangements, proposal preparation, oral presentations, and contract negotiations. Your commitment to Jacobs' goals will be evident through your participation in corporate initiatives and your contribution to the development of a forward-thinking USA Water Market Strategy that delivers innovative technology solutions and expands our client base.

Skills

As a successful candidate, you will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and preferably be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have the potential to obtain the PMP certification. You will bring professional project expertise in the design of water systems and infrastructure projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of current governmental and local authority water and environmental regulations, design guidelines, and permit requirements to ensure project success.

Your experience will include presenting and actively participating in project meetings, as well as collaborating with local municipalities and utility companies. You will possess strong oral and written communication skills, be self-motivated, and thrive in team-oriented work environments. Your technical proficiency will be evident through your data analysis and problem-solving abilities, complemented by a strong organizational approach.

As a relationship-builder, you will have a proven record of developing and maintaining strong client relationships that result in the creation and procurement of new and repeat consulting work. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to resolve conflicts effectively and lead diverse teams to success.

With your passion for engineering and commitment to delivering high-quality projects, you will be a valuable asset to our organization, contributing to our mission of providing exceptional water infrastructure solutions to the communities we serve.

With over 70 years of experience operating in the U.A.E. we have developed a deep connection to the U.A.E and its citizens. We are proud to have been a part of the country's incredible growth and development. As the UAE moves ambitiously into the future, we remain committed to being a collaborative partner to the U.A.E Authorities and the Ministry of Human Resources. To achieve Emiratisation compliance organisations must build an Emirati employee population that represents a total of 4% of company employees. 

In these fast-changing and increasingly complex times, our purpose at Jacobs – to create a more connected, sustainable world – has never been so important. Our Emirati employees contribute invaluable insights into the local context to better serve our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Having worked alongside the UAE for generations, we are eager to leverage our expertise and collaborate with talented Emirati professionals to support the country's economic and social objectives now and in the years ahead. 

Take the first step towards a fulfilling career. Apply today and become a key player in shaping the future of our nation!

Together, let's build a brighter tomorrow.