Digital Lead (Construction)

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a leading construction group in Dubai, UAE to appoint a Digital Lead. You will drive digital transformation across major projects, integrating BIM, data analytics, and smart construction technologies to enhance delivery, efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include BIM governance, CDE and Digital Twin ecosystems, and cross‑functional coordination with design, engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, IT or related field.
• Minimum 8 years leading digital transformation in construction/infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of BIM, CDE systems, and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of digital transformation across major projects.
• Oversee BIM implementation and coordination among teams and consultants.
• Integrate CDEs, IoT, and Digital Twins to optimize design through operations.
• Promote adoption of drones, AI/ML for planning, AR/VR for visualization.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, smart city and sustainability standards.
• Evaluate and implement Autodesk Construction Cloud, Primavera, Aconex, and more.
• Establish data governance, security, and system integration.
• Build digital capability through training and change management.
• Define and track KPIs, report on ROI and digital progress.

Skills

BIM workflows

CDE systems

Digital construction platforms

Stakeholder management

Data governance

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, IT

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Primavera

Oracle Aconex

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 01/05/2025

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a leading construction company in Dubai, UAE. Our client is seeking a forward-thinking and experienced Digital Lead to drive and implement digital transformation initiatives across major construction projects in the UAE. This pivotal role involves integrating advanced digital tools, BIM, data analytics, and emerging smart construction technologies to enhance project delivery, efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, development, and execution of digital transformation initiatives across construction and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee and manage BIM implementation, ensuring alignment and coordination among multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Integrate digital platforms such as Common Data Environments (CDEs), IoT sensors, and Digital Twins to optimize workflows from design through operations.
• Champion the adoption of innovative construction technologies, including drones, AI/ML for planning, AR/VR for design visualization, and digital site monitoring solutions.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure digital practices are compliant with UAE regulations, smart city initiatives, and sustainability standards like Estidama.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement software solutions including Autodesk Construction Cloud, Primavera, Oracle Aconex, and other project-specific platforms.
• Establish and manage data governance frameworks, ensuring data security, integrity, and seamless integration across systems.
• Drive digital capability building by conducting training, workshops, and providing change management support for internal teams.
• Define and track digital KPIs, analyze ROI, and deliver detailed reports on digital progress and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in leading digital transformation within the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Strong expertise in BIM workflows, CDE systems, and digital construction platforms.
• In-depth understanding of UAE construction codes, smart city initiatives, and sustainability frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 19650 and digital project delivery standards is highly desirable.