Dubai Project Head – Water & Wastewater (Arabic Speaker)

Antal International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable water solutions provider is seeking a Project Head based in Dubai, UAE. This leadership role involves the end-to-end execution of complex water and wastewater treatment projects across the Middle East. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, with over 15 years of project management experience and native Arabic fluency. The role demands strong leadership, regional experience, and project execution excellence.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale water/wastewater projects.
• Strong GCC / Middle East project experience.
• Native Arabic speaker.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of complex water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Drive portfolio-level planning and governance frameworks.
• Oversee project execution from planning to commissioning.

Skills

Project planning, scheduling & execution control

Strategic project leadership & decision-making

Resource planning & cross-functional team coordination

Risk assessment & mitigation

Budget & timeline management

Stakeholder & client communication

Vendor & subcontractor coordination

Quality assurance & compliance oversight

Change control & scope management

Analytical & problem-solving capability

Strong interpersonal, communication & leadership skills

Adaptability in dynamic project conditions

Cross-Functional Collaborations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

A reputable water solutions provider is seeking a Project Head based in Dubai, UAE. This leadership role involves the end-to-end execution of complex water and wastewater treatment projects across the Middle East. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, with over 15 years of project management experience and native Arabic fluency. The role demands strong leadership, regional experience, and project execution excellence.