Director of Buildings Construction – Abu Dhabi

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Abu Dhabi seeks a Construction Project Director (Buildings) with hands-on leadership to oversee large-scale projects from inception to delivery. You will mobilize resources, manage client interfaces, and drive Quality, Safety, and execution plans to meet program goals.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 20+ years in similar projects, and Abu Dhabi experience. Strong communication and PM certification are essential to succeed in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum 20 years of experience delivering large-scale buildings projects.
• Ideally 5 years Abu Dhabi project experience.
• Ability to manage projects, interface with clients and stay hands-on technically.
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards and Parsons PM certification requirements.
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity with strong written and oral communications.

Responsibilities

• Mobilize company resources to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work.
• Act as the company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during program execution.
• Negotiate changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors.
• Oversee establishment of project execution, safety, QA/QC plans, and other required documents.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and plans for various project elements with other managers and leads.
• Monitor progress and report to management on milestones, costs, and schedule risks.
• Establish weekly meetings to review project status and formulate action items.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project management

Client interface

Communication skills

Hands-on technical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Parsons in Abu Dhabi seeks a Construction Project Director (Buildings) with hands-on leadership to oversee large-scale projects from inception to delivery. You will mobilize resources, manage client interfaces, and drive Quality, Safety, and execution plans to meet program goals.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 20+ years in similar projects, and Abu Dhabi experience. Strong communication and PM certification are essential to succeed in a dynamic, client-focused environment.