Track Construction Manager

About the role

Participate in the construction and renovation of infrastructure serving territories and join a rapidly developing group operating in France and internationally. Lead and coordinate all track construction activities for a major railway infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all track construction activities throughout the project, defining strategy, methods and sequencing.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and construction resources, ensuring coordination with civil works, structures, systems, catenary and logistics.
• Monitor construction progress, achieve key milestones and report on progress, risks and issues to Project Management.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, quality and technical requirements and implement risk mitigation measures.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Procurement and Project Management teams and participate in construction planning and resource allocation.

Required profile

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical background.
• Significant experience in railway track construction on major infrastructure projects.
• Previous senior construction role (Construction Director, Construction Manager) on a high‑speed rail project.
• Strong knowledge of track construction methods, organization, logistics and interfaces.
• Proven experience managing large multicultural construction teams and subcontractors.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in a complex, fast‑paced international project environment.
• Previous experience in the Middle East is an advantage.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Required skills

• Track construction methods
• Logistics coordination
• Construction management
• HSE compliance