Construction Director

-; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Construction Director in Dubai to oversee infrastructure construction for the UAE High-Speed Rail project. The role requires 20 years of experience with 5 years in high-speed rail programs. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards, leading stakeholder coordination, and managing project delivery within budget and schedule. Attractive benefits like tax-free salary and comprehensive insurance are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid Annual leave

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of experience in infrastructure construction leadership.
• At least 5 years in high-speed rail or major rail programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, mobilisation, and execution of civil works and station construction in Dubai.
• Supervise on-site construction activities for timely and quality delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and security requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Quality assurance

Health and Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's Degree or Chartered Engineer status

Tools

BIM integration

Digital construction monitoring tools

Job description

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Construction Director in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Construction Director to lead the consultant-side supervision and interface management of the Design & Build Contract for Civil Works and Stations within the Dubai scope of the UAE High-Speed Rail (HSR) Intercity Project - Phase 1. This role will oversee the delivery of complex underground, at-grade, and tunnel sections, as well as the Dubai Al Jaddaf Station (DJD), ensuring compliance with programme objectives, safety standards, and stakeholder expectations. The Construction Director will own the entire construction scope within Abu Dhabi, including civil works, stations, and systems, with support from the systems teams. This includes oversight of systems integration, power, track, rolling stock interfaces, and depot readiness within the Abu Dhabi geography. Reporting to the Project Director - UAE HSR Intercity Project, the Construction Director will serve as the senior interface between the client, contractors, consultants, and authorities, ensuring that all construction activities are executed in accordance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Programme Oversight: Lead the planning, mobilisation, and execution of civil works and station construction activities within the Dubai scope. Define and implement construction delivery strategies aligned with client goals and programme milestones. Coordinate with other package leads (e.g., Systems, Rolling Stock, Track) to ensure seamless integration of civil works and station infrastructure with railway systems and operational requirements. Drive successful outcomes through effective team mobilisation, sequencing, and resource management.
• Site Delivery & Programme Management: Supervise on-site construction activities to ensure timely, budget-compliant, and quality delivery. Monitor progress against the master programme and critical path, implementing mitigation strategies where needed. Ensure materials are approved, delivered, and stored appropriately prior to installation. Ensure construction readiness for commissioning, testing, and handover phases, aligned with programme benefits realization and operational launch targets.
• Quality Assurance & Technical Governance: Oversee inspections and quality control processes to ensure compliance with design intent and project standards. Conduct constructability reviews and ensure bid documents are complete, coordinated, and error-free. Ensure design and scope compliance throughout construction phases.
• Stakeholder Coordination & Communication: Build strong working relationships with UAE Rail, government authorities (e.g., DM, RTA, Trakhees), consultants, and contractors. Facilitate timely approvals and inspections with Dubai authorities, ensuring all construction activities meet regulatory and permitting requirements. Lead progress meetings and provide strategic input to ensure alignment and issue resolution.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Oversight: Ensure contractor compliance with HSE and security requirements. Promote a safe and sustainable construction environment across all project sites. Lead incident response coordination and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Documentation & Process Management: Monitor availability and suitability of drawings, method statements, and technical data for construction. Maintain oversight of submittals, approvals, and construction documentation workflows. Champion the use of digital construction monitoring tools, BIM integration, and smart reporting systems to enhance delivery efficiency and transparency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Master's Degree or Chartered Engineer status preferred).
• Minimum 20 years of experience in infrastructure construction leadership, with at least 5 years in high-speed rail or major rail programmes.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid Annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program with 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, and personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

At AtkinsRéalis, we are committed to an inclusive working environment and to eliminating discrimination. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disability. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination and strive for a workforce representative of all sections of society where everyone feels respected and able to perform at their best.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular