Chief of Staff

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UAE is seeking a highly organized Chief of Staff with a strong background in construction or civil engineering. The role involves supporting senior leadership, managing high-level initiatives, and ensuring efficient cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates must have at least 4 years of relevant experience in the UAE construction sector, strong project management and leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. Knowledge of UAE regulations is crucial. This position offers an opportunity to drive strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a construction or civil engineering company in the UAE.
• Proven experience in project coordination or strategic planning roles.
• Strong understanding of UAE construction regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-level initiatives and oversee operations with the CEO.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across various departments.
• Prepare presentations and reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor project KPIs to ensure alignment with business goals.

Skills

Project management

Leadership presence

Communication skills

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and strategically-minded Chief of Staff with a background in construction or civil engineering to support our senior leadership team in streamlining operations, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, leadership presence and prior experience within the UAE construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the CEO/Managing Director to manage high-level initiatives, daily operations and special projects

• Oversee and coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, project management, procurement and operations

• Act as a strategic advisor to the leadership team, ensuring smooth communication and execution of priorities

• Prepare high-impact presentations, reports and briefs for internal and external stakeholders

• Analyze data from project sites, budgets and operations to inform business decisions

• Monitor project KPIs and ensure alignment with business goals and timelines

• Identify bottlenecks and propose process improvements for efficient execution

• Manage and track progress on key strategic initiatives

• Represent the leadership team in meetings, follow up on action items and ensure timely completion

• Facilitate effective communication between departments and senior leadership

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a construction or civil engineering company in the UAE

• Proven experience in project coordination, executive support or strategic planning roles

• Strong understanding of UAE construction regulations, compliance and local market dynamics

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Primavera) and reporting software

• UAE driving license is a plus

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic construction environment

• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on solution‑oriented mindset

• Confident, proactive and capable of handling confidential and high-level matters