Director of Development & Delivery - Middle East

WSP Global Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Head of Development to lead and grow the Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East. You will be accountable for the Development P&L and will shape strategy, client engagement and multidisciplinary delivery from early engagement to delivery.

You will build and lead high-performing teams, manage major client relationships, and drive growth across development management, design, infrastructure and advisory services in a dynamic

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ senior leadership in development management, master planning or multidisciplinary design.
• Proven P&L accountability including budgeting, forecasting and cash management.
• Strong track record of senior client relationships and winning major commissions.
• Deep knowledge of development economics, approvals, procurement and delivery interfaces.
• Experience leading large-scale developments or infrastructure programmes.
• Established network with developers, investors, authorities across the Middle East.
• Experience building and leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the Middle East Development strategy and annual plan.
• Establish an integrated market proposition spanning development management, design, infrastructure and advisory services.
• Champion a client-led approach focusing on priority accounts with commercial potential.
• Own the Development P&L including orders, revenue, margin and cash collection.
• Maintain governance across the portfolio and manage risks and commercial performance.
• Lead major development programmes through feasibility, planning and delivery readiness.
• Develop succession plans and leadership development for the team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L accountability

Client relationship management

Business development

Market growth strategy

Education

Degree in architecture, engineering, planning, real estate or related discipline

Professional or chartered status advantageous

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Head of Development to lead and grow the Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East. You will be accountable for the Development P&L and will shape strategy, client engagement and multidisciplinary delivery from early engagement to delivery.

You will build and lead high-performing teams, manage major client relationships, and drive growth across development management, design, infrastructure and advisory services in a dynamic