Job description

The Construction Manager – Bridge Construction at Waagner Biro Bridge Services in Dubai is responsible for the end-to-end execution of pedestrian bridge projects, specifically over or within railway corridors such as the Etihad Rail. The role requires overseeing all construction stages, from foundations, substructure, superstructure, to finishing works, ensuring strict adherence to project specifications, technical standards, and safety protocols in live or controlled railway environments. The Construction Manager supervises RCC works including piles, pile caps, piers, and abutments, as well as structural steel erection, installation of precast elements, steel trusses, girders, and deck slab systems. The position demands careful planning and execution of lifting operations, crane deployment, and bridge launching methods while coordinating exclusion zones and rail protection systems. The role requires interaction with Etihad Rail representatives, obtaining work permits, rail possessions, and ensuring compliance with railway operational safety standards and HSE regulations. Additionally, the Construction Manager monitors project schedules, implements recovery plans for delays, controls budgets, manages subcontractor performance, coordinates inspections, approvals, and maintains detailed documentation for audit and regulatory purposes. Expertise in FIDIC contracts, Primavera P6, and reporting tools is essential, as is prior experience with Etihad Rail projects and working within live rail corridors.