Business Group Leader - Infrastructure

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Group Leader for its Infrastructure division in the UAE. This pivotal role involves leading strategic initiatives, developing market strategies, and fostering a culture of performance and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving success in the infrastructure sector, managing teams, and building strong client relationships. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to addressing global challenges in water, energy, and urbanization, and make a significant impact through your leadership and expertise.

Qualifications

• Strong domain knowledge and experience in Infrastructure disciplines.
• Proven experience in successful work-winning pipeline development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Infrastructure Business Group and develop strategic plans.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of team members and visitors.
• Build strong client relationships and monitor project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Project Management

Risk Management

Mentoring

Business Development

Adaptability

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

15 years of industry experience

Job description

Description

Business Group Leader Infrastructure

UAE

GHD

About Us: GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy, and urbanization.

Role Purpose: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Group Leader to lead our Infrastructure Business Group in the UAE. This role focuses on performance and work winning in the water infrastructure, utilities, and transport consulting industry. The successful candidate will provide strategic vision and guide the direction of travel for group development, promoting success through the delivery of projects that meet or exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of GHD's people and visitors within the Business Group.
2. Develop and implement the Business Group strategy and business plan.
3. Lead the development of GHD's performance and work-winning culture within the Business Group.
4. Collaborate with Technical Service Leaders to develop short and long-term capability supporting future growth.
5. Contribute to GHD's corporate profile development in the Business Groups Market Sector(s).
6. Lead the development of market strategies and client pursuit plans.
7. Build and maintain strong client relationships and work-winning efforts.
8. Monitor the technically and commercially sound delivery of projects promoting client satisfaction.
9. Support and coach Team Leaders to achieve utilization, engagement, and performance targets.
10. Develop and mentor Project Managers and Project Directors to deliver quality work on time and within budget.
11. Manage risk in compliance with GHD policies and guidelines.
12. Promote innovation within the Business Group, including the deployment of data-led solutions harnessing automated digital and technological solution delivery.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Strong domain knowledge and experience in Infrastructure disciplines.
2. Ability to set direction, communicate strategy, and inspire confidence.
3. Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills with all levels of management.
4. Capacity to plan, lead, and manage within a 1-3 year time horizon.
5. Ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity in an operational environment.
6. Resilient and adaptable with the ability to delegate and develop immediate reports into viable future successors.
7. Strong reputation within the market/sector and technical area, credible with target clients.
8. Proven experience in successful work-winning pipeline development and client acquisition.
9. Experience in developing and implementing business strategies and plans driving performance.
10. 15 years of industry experience with direct experience in a similar role.
11. Strong track record of leading and managing medium-sized teams (20-50) and achieving performance targets.

KPIs:

1. Meet and exceed the business group's budget revenue for the financial year.
2. Contribute to shared rolling backlog target for the UAE region.
3. Contribute to shared UAE FTEs target.
4. Promote HSEQ standards and achieve specific related KPIs.
5. Achieve People function KPIs related to quarterly check-ins and quality performance and development goals of direct reports and broader business group members.

How to Apply: If you are a strategic leader with a passion for infrastructure and a proven track record of driving performance, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter.