Manager- Road Projects Governance and Monitoring

Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Manager- Road Projects Governance and Monitoring (26002115)Job Description Manager- Road Projects Governance and Monitoring - (26002115) Job Description Job PurposeLead the governance, commercial oversight, and technical assurance of road projects by establishing governance frameworks, overseeing project controls and financial performance, ensuring compliance with approved standards, monitoring project risks and quality, and driving continuous improvement to support the successful planning, delivery, and close-out of road infrastructure projects.Roles and ResponsibilitiesStrategyDevelop and implement governance frameworks, project control methodologies, and assurance processes for road projects in alignment with RTA strategies, Roads Department objectives, and international best practices.Establish governance mechanisms for project approvals, technical standards, commercial controls, financial management, and change management across the project lifecycle.Lead the development and periodic review of governance policies, procedures, and technical guidelines covering project planning, implementation, commissioning, and handover.Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing project performance, governance findings, commercial outcomes, and lessons learned to enhance project delivery.Benchmark project governance, commercial management, and quality assurance practices against leading infrastructure organizations to improve departmental performance. OperationsDirect governance of road projects throughout planning, design, implementation, and project close-out, ensuring compliance with approved governance gates and departmental standards.Oversee contractual and commercial management activities, including project budgets, cash flow monitoring, disbursements, claims, change orders, and final account reviews to ensure financial integrity and contractual compliance.Lead governance reviews of project deliverables to ensure technical standards, specifications, and quality requirements are consistently applied across all projects.Direct department-wide project quality assurance, technical compliance reviews, and risk assessments to identify issues, implement mitigation measures, and improve delivery performance.Oversee development and maintenance of departmental project dashboards, ensuring accurate reporting of project progress, financial performance, risks, quality indicators, and governance status.Lead reviews of technical non-conformities, governance findings, and project deviations, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented and monitored.Oversee governance of project documentation, contractual records, approvals, and asset registration to support successful project completion and operational readiness.Evaluate new project proposals, concepts, and initiatives submitted by departments, assessing their technical feasibility, operational efficiency, sustainability, and strategic alignment.Direct coordination with internal departments, government entities, consultants, contractors, and service providers to ensure effective governance, compliance with agreements, and timely project delivery.Lead implementation of digital project management systems, reporting platforms, and data governance practices to strengthen project monitoring and decision-making.Monitor contractor and consultant performance across projects, ensuring contractual obligations, quality standards, and project objectives are consistently achieved. Product/Process ImprovementLead initiatives to strengthen governance practices, project controls, commercial management, and technical assurance across the Roads Department.Promote digital transformation by enhancing project dashboards, reporting tools, artificial intelligence applications, and data analytics capabilities for project governance.Standardize governance processes, commercial controls, documentation requirements, and project assurance methodologies across all road projects.Lead post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and integrate findings into future governance frameworks, technical standards, and project delivery practices.Identify and recommend innovative practices, technologies, and governance improvements that enhance project efficiency, sustainability, and customer outcomes. Qualifications Job Qualifications & RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's/master’s degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering or constructionExperience: 12+ years in case of master’s degree (14+ years in case of bachelor’s degree) in related fieldCertification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Job Category: Project ManagementAdvertiser: Roads and Transport AuthorityDepartment: RoadsEducational-level: BachelorRequired Nationality: UAE Only Suitable for people with determination: NoMonthly Salary: UnspecifiedSchedule-Time: Full timeJob Posting: 15/09/2026Unposting Date: 15/10/202

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering or construction. Experience: 12+ years in related field (14+ years if holding a Bachelor's degree). Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP).

Roles and Responsibilities: Develop and implement governance frameworks, project control methodologies, and assurance processes for road projects aligned with RTA strategies and international best practices. Establish governance mechanisms for project approvals, technical standards, commercial controls, financial management, and change management across the project lifecycle. Lead development and periodic review of governance policies, procedures, and technical guidelines covering planning, implementation, commissioning, and handover. Drive continuous improvement by analyzing performance, governance findings, commercial outcomes, and lessons learned. Benchmark practices against leading infrastructure organizations. Oversee governance of road projects through planning, design, implementation, and close-out; ensure compliance with governance gates and standards. Manage budgets, cash flow, disbursements, claims, change orders, and final accounts. Lead governance reviews of deliverables, ensure technical standards and quality requirements. Oversee project quality assurance, risk assessments, and documentation governance. Develop dashboards for progress, financials, risks, and governance status. Lead corrective actions for non-conformities and deviations. Oversee documentation, approvals, and asset registration. Evaluate new proposals for feasibility and alignment. Coordinate with internal departments, government entities, consultants, contractors, and service providers. Lead digital project management systems implementation, reporting, and data governance. Monitor contractor/consultant performance against obligations and quality standards. Lead post-project evaluations and knowledge capture. Promote digital transformation, AI applications, and data analytics to enhance governance.