Project Manager (High Speed Rail) - MENA Region

Reference: 319102221_1778580982

We are supporting a major high-speed rail programme in the MENA region and are looking for an experienced Project Manager / Project Director to lead delivery on the next phase of works.

This is a large-scale, site-based role with responsibility for managing the full scope of HSR delivery across multiple packages.

Role overview

  • Overall responsibility for the delivery of high-speed rail works, from construction through to completion
  • Managing track and major civil works, including stations and associated infrastructure
  • Strong exposure to OCS installation works and related rail systems is a significant advantage
  • Leading a large multidisciplinary team (c.500-600 people) across site and project functions
  • Acting as the senior interface between construction, engineering and wider project stakeholders
  • Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to contractual requirements

Requirements

  • Must have prior experience working on a high-speed rail project
  • Strong background in track and civil works on major rail or infrastructure projects
  • Experience delivering large, complex international projects
  • Proven ability to lead and manage very large site teams
  • Contractor background essential - hands-on, delivery-focused, site-based profile
  • Experience on high-speed rail or major rail programmes highly desirable
  • Comfortable operating in challenging environments and remote site locations

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Cairo

Contract

Added 12/05/2026
Reference: 319102221_1778580982

Project Manager (High Speed Rail) - MENA Region

Cairo
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