General Manager > Advisory and Procurement of Infrastructure Projects Company& Emirates

DIKTUCOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporate client in Abu Dhabi is seeking a visionary General Manager to establish and lead an entity focused on the procurement of infrastructure projects, including Public-Private Partnerships. The role requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field, with a deep understanding of project lifecycles and public sector governance. Proficiency in Arabic is essential. This full-time position offers a significant leadership opportunity in a strategic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in infrastructure projects, particularly in PPPs.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience working with government entities and sovereign wealth funds.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company’s vision and mission.
• Oversee infrastructure project lifecycle from inception to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership in infrastructure projects

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Understanding of PPP frameworks

Arabic language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

Overview

Client: Secondment for a Corporate Client

Ideal Candidate

The Client is seeking a visionary and execution-focused General Manager to lead the establishment and operationalization of an entity dedicated to facilitating the procurement of infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi, including Public-Private Partnership (PPP) infrastructure projects. The GM will be responsible for scaling up the organization from the ground up, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring the successful procurement of infrastructure projects across the Emirate. The General Manager will lead the company in delivering an end-to-end solution for the government across the project lifecycle, including project identification, preparation, structuring, procurement, and oversight of implementation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the definition and execution of the company’s vision, mission, and strategic roadmap in alignment with Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure priorities.
• Represent the company in high-level engagements with government entities, private sector partners, and investors.
• Oversee the legal formation, regulatory compliance, and organizational structuring of the company.
• Establish core systems, tools, and processes to enable efficient project delivery.
• Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of infrastructure projects (including PPP projects)—from early-stage project screening and concept development, pipeline development and feasibility to procurement, with strategic oversight of the construction and operations phases.
• Ensure robust project preparation, including demand analysis, value-for-money assessments, and risk allocation strategies.
• Facilitate inter-agency coordination to align infrastructure projects with broader economic and social development goals.
• Develop and manage the company’s budget, funding strategy, and financial reporting.
• Support the government in developing financial models, funding strategies, and risk mitigation instruments for infrastructure projects.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field (required).
• 15+ years of experience in infrastructure projects, with exposure to PPPs and other large-scale capital projects, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in setting up or leading infrastructure delivery organizations or SPVs.
• Deep understanding of PPP frameworks, infrastructure finance, and public sector governance.
• Experience working with government entities, sovereign wealth funds, or development agencies in the GCC is highly desirable.
• Arabic speaking is a requirement for this opportunity.

Workload / Location

Full time, Abu Dhabi

Start-date

Immediate need: the candidate needs to give availability within 15-20 days after Engagement Confirmation Letter

Engagement

Secondment opportunity on behalf of a Consulting

Rate

Able to attract qualified candidates