We're Hiring | Chief Projects Officer (CPO)
Location: Dubai UAE
Our client, a leading contracting company, is seeking an experienced Chief Projects Officer (CPO) to provide strategic and operational leadership across its project portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee multiple construction projects from planning through execution and final handover.
- Drive project delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
- Oversee project financial performance, profitability, cost control, cash flow, and commercial risk management.
- Establish project governance frameworks, KPIs, reporting systems, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Optimize resource allocation across projects, including manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
- Manage key relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Lead and develop project directors, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- 15–20+ years of experience in construction and contracting, including significant senior leadership experience.
- Proven track record in managing large-scale construction projects and multi-project portfolios.
- Strong expertise in project controls, commercial management, contracts, cost optimization, and risk management.
- Demonstrated ability to drive project profitability, operational excellence, and successful project delivery.
- UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred.
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