Director - Advisory

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced Director in Dubai to lead technical excellence and service delivery. Ideal candidates will have over 20 years of experience, holding a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include developing policies, overseeing projects, managing financial performance, and cultivating client relationships. The role is contracted and requires a commitment to organizational goals. AECOM offers comprehensive employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years post-undergraduate experience.
• Accreditation: RICS, IAM and CIoB or equivalent.
• Experience in infrastructure, asset management or real estate sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes company policies impacting operations.
• Analyzes complex issues requiring deep understanding of objectives.
• Implements strategic policies for evaluation criteria and results.
• Oversees project administration throughout the construction cycle.
• Manages daily development coordination and activity execution.
• Collaborates with the regional team as an integral member.
• Cultivates relationships with new and existing clients.
• Influences strategic direction and communicates across the business.
• Defines strategic focus areas for leadership and market sectors.
• Supports regional business's financial plan development.
• Holds financial performance accountability including P&L responsibility.
• Identifies and develops high-potential individuals.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client relations

Team management

Education

Bachelor of Science in relevant fields

Job description

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director to lead technical excellence and ensure highquality service delivery across an operating unit. The ideal candidate will contribute to and execute the implementation of the strategic vision. Establishes operational objectives and work plans for an Operating Unit delegating assignments to subordinate managers.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develops modifies and executes company policies that impact immediate operations and may have companywide implications.
• Analyzes complex issues or data requiring a deep understanding of organizational objectives.
• Implements strategic policies to guide the selection of methods techniques and evaluation criteria to achieve results.
• Oversees project administration throughout the construction cycle including technical quality financial performance and client satisfaction.
• Manages daily development coordination and execution of activities for assigned personnel.
• Collaborates closely with the wider regional team as an integral member.
• Focuses on cultivating relationships with both new and existing clients of local significance.
• Contributes to and influences AECOMs strategic direction; communicates and gains buyin across the business.
• Assists in defining the strategic focus areas for senior leadership and market sectors.
• Supports the development of the regional businesss financial plan.
• Holds accountability for the financial performance of a business segment including full P&L responsibility.
• Fosters a strong talent management culture identifying and developing highpotential individuals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years postundergraduate experience
• Bachelor of Science in Economics, Management, Planning, Development, Strategy, Information Technology, Asset Management, Real Estate Investment, Finance, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Management, Facilities Management or Quantity Surveying disciplines (or equivalent) from an accredited internationally recognized Institute or University. RICS, IAM and CIoB or equivalent accreditation.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Contract