Executive Project Director - Mixed-Use Developments

Black & Grey HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a top-tier contracting company. A Project Director will provide overall leadership for a large-scale multi-phase mixed-use project, from pre-construction through close-out.

The candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage P&L, and ensure schedule, quality, and safety at the highest standards. The role requires 15+ years in construction with 8–10 in senior leadership, and a proven track record delivering complex developments on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive construction experience with 8-10 years in a senior leadership role overseeing large-scale commercial projects.
• Direct experience managing multiple mixed-use development projects from conception to completion.
• Proven track record delivering high-value projects within budget and schedule.
• Deep expertise in construction means, methods, budgeting and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary senior contact for client ownership group and stakeholders, building exceptional relationships.
• Develop and articulate overall project vision strategy and execution plan, leading the project team.
• Provide strategic direction to multiple Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Oversee pre-construction, value engineering, constructability reviews and scheduling.
• Lead complex contract negotiations and robust cost control procedures.
• Ensure on-site construction operations meet schedule, quality and safety standards.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinker

Decisive leader

Exceptional negotiator

Superb communicator

Proactive & agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering/Architecture

MBA or equivalent (desirable)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a top-tier contracting company. A Project Director will provide overall leadership for a large-scale multi-phase mixed-use project, from pre-construction through close-out.

The candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage P&L, and ensure schedule, quality, and safety at the highest standards. The role requires 15+ years in construction with 8–10 in senior leadership, and a proven track record delivering complex developments on time and within budget.