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Job DescriptionWe are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join our urbanism and planning team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this pre-contract phase role, you will provide critical support to senior project managers while managing documentation, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with planning regulations.
Responsibilities- Assist senior project managers in coordinating all pre-contract phase activities, including feasibility studies, site analysis, and preliminary planning assessments
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and compliance checklists
- Analyze urban planning requirements and zoning regulations to ensure project alignment with local and emirate-level guidelines
- Coordinate communication between internal teams, clients, consultants, and government authorities to facilitate smooth project progression
- Support the development of project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans for pre-contract deliverables
- Organize and track vendor and consultant submissions, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards
- Conduct research on market conditions, comparable projects, and planning precedents to inform project strategy
- Maintain organized filing systems and databases for project records, contracts, and correspondence
- Assist in preparing presentations and proposals for client meetings and stakeholder reviews
- Monitor project milestones and flag potential risks or delays to senior management
- Support contract preparation activities by gathering required documentation and coordinating with legal and procurement teams
- Proven experience in project coordination or project management support roles, preferably in urbanism, planning, or real estate development
- Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning regulations, and development processes
- Proficiency with project management software and tools
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong analytical abilities to interpret planning documents, feasibility studies, and regulatory requirements
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About AECOMAECOM 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…
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