General Manager – Mobility & Transport Solutions

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a senior leader to drive a next-generation mobility business in Abu Dhabi. This role focuses on delivering integrated transport solutions and requires extensive experience in transport systems, strategic leadership, and P&L management. Ideal candidates will have a proven record of managing complex projects and developing commercial strategies, along with a strong technical background. Experience in the UAE market and fluency in English are essential, with Arabic as a desirable skill.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ experience in transport systems, ITS, traffic management, or EV infrastructure.
• At least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Experience working with government agencies in the UAE market.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic roadmap.
• Lead delivery of complex transport projects on time and on budget.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies and transport authorities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Transport project delivery

Technical knowledge of ITS

Fluent in English

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

MBA or advanced qualification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an accomplished senior leader to drive and scale a next‑generation mobility business, delivering integrated transport solutions including ITS, traffic/tunnel control systems, EV infrastructure, and fleet/MaaS services. This hands‑on role combines strategic leadership, operational excellence, and commercial oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic roadmap, aligning technical, operational, and commercial objectives.
• Lead delivery of complex ITS, traffic control, tunnel, and EV infrastructure projects on time, on budget, and to specification.
• Own P&L, develop revenue models (services, SaaS/MaaS, O&M, concessions), and drive sustainable growth.
• Provide senior technical guidance; oversee product/service development and integration of emerging mobility solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, manage business risks, and implement continuity/emergency plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, municipalities, transport authorities, and private partners.
• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams, fostering a performance‑driven, safety‑first culture.
• Identify opportunities for operational optimization, automation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Transport Planning, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced qualification preferred.
• 10–15 years’ experience in transport systems, ITS, traffic management, or EV infrastructure, with at least 5 years in senior leadership/GM roles.
• Proven record delivering complex transport projects and managing P&L.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in tendering, contracts, and partnership development.
• Technical knowledge of ITS, SCADA/tunnel control, EV ecosystems, and telematics/IoT platforms.
• Experience working with government agencies; UAE market experience preferred.
• Strategic thinker, decisive, and able to lead diverse teams in a multicultural environment.
• Fluent in English; Arabic highly desirable.