General Manager - Tier 1 Contractor

Opus Associates; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Emirati holding company is seeking a General Manager for their Tier 1 contracting firm. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction project management and will oversee daily operations, ensuring quality and timely project delivery. The role requires strong leadership skills and compliance with UAE construction regulations. A competitive salary package is offered with senior management benefits.

Benefits

Senior management benefits

Confidential chat

Performance mentoring

Qualifications

• Over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, specifically in the UAE/GCC.
• At least 10+ years in a GM/Director role with leading tier 1 contractors.
• Proven track record of managing projects totaling no less than AED 1 billion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and strategic growth initiatives.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Drive business growth and identify new project opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering

Job description

General Manager - Tier 1 building contractor

Retained Assignment

We are representing a local Emirati holding company, who have businesses across multiple markets in the UAE. They own a highly successful Tier 1 contracting firm and work with the UAE's most respected developers such as Emaar. They build high value, luxury projects with a minimum value of AED 350 million.

We are seeking a highly experiencedGeneral Manager with a strong background in construction project management to oversee operations and strategic growth initiatives. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 25+ years of experience in the construction industry in the UAE/GCC, including at least 10+ years in recent role as a GM / Director with leading tier 1 building contracting companies, managing projects in total not less than AED 1 billion in value.
• Strong project management and leadership skills, with a proven track record of delivering multiple construction projects ensuring on-time delivery, quality control, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction regulations, health & safety standards, and client specifications.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Drive business growth by identifying new project opportunities and participating in tendering processes.
• Monitor project cash flow, resource allocation, and procurement in coordination with the finance and procurement teams.
• Hire, train, and mentor project and operational teams for optimal performance and succession planning.
• Report to senior management with periodic updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks and to develop effective solutions to complex problems

Salary package is upward of AED 85,000 + senior management benefits to be discussed

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