Senior Project Manager – Executive Office Fit-Out

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and delivery of the office fit-out in accordance with project requirements, timelines, and budget.
• Manage day-to-day project operations, ensuring alignment with the client's strategic goals and quality expectations.
• Supervise contractor performance across design validation, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout stages.

Stakeholder Alignment & Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between client, design consultants, D&B contractors, the cost consultant, and regulatory authorities.
• Coordinate decision-making across the executive stakeholders, ensuring their requirements and feedback are fully integrated into the project.
• Facilitate regular progress, coordination, and risk review meetings, maintaining transparent communication channels with all parties.

Fit-Out Management of High-Rise Corporate Facilities

• Oversee the fit-out works for executive suites, open-plan collaborative areas, specialized facilities (e.g., gym, dining hall, staff café), and MEP-intensive zones.
• Ensure compatibility of fit-out works with core-and-shell systems including vertical transportation, district cooling, access control, and fire safety.
• Monitor interface management between architectural finishes and critical infrastructure (e.g., ICT, AV, security systems).

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with the client's quality standards, health and safety regulations, Civil Defence approvals, and other statutory requirements.
• Review and approve design submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and commissioning protocols.

Risk and Cost Control

• Identify, assess, and mitigate schedule and cost risks throughout project stages.
• Coordinate with the Cost Consultant to manage variations, change orders, and claims.
• Maintain accountability for budget tracking, progress reporting, and early escalation of deviations.

Experience:

• Minimum 20 years of professional experience, including 10 years specifically managing high-end workplace or corporate office HQ fit-out projects.
• Minimum 5 years of continuous employment with the current firm or relevant organization.
• Project Type Expertise: Proven experience with large-scale, high-rise office buildings, including premium executive suites and complex stakeholder environments.
• Delivery Model: Strong understanding and hands-on experience with Design & Build (D&B) project delivery frameworks.
• Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated leadership in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and aligning diverse stakeholder groups, including executive-level clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Regional Experience: Prior experience in the GCC region is preferred; Qatar-specific fit-out delivery experience is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Education: Recognized degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.
• Professional Accreditation: Chartered or Registered Professional status is required.
• Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10125497

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Middle East