Head of Development — Middle East Growth Leader

WSP Global Inc.; Sharjah; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Head of Development to lead and grow its Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East.

You will provide strategic leadership across development management, infrastructure and multidisciplinary pre-construction services, turning client investment objectives into commercially viable projects from early engagement through to delivery.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in development management, master planning, or multidisciplinary design.
• Proven P&L accountability and strategic business planning.
• Strong client relationships with developers and government entities.
• Experience leading large-scale developments in the Middle East.
• Degree in relevant field; professional status advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the Middle East Development strategy and annual plan.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across development management, design and infrastructure.
• Build trusted client relationships and executive sponsorship for priority accounts.
• Own the Development P&L including revenue, margin and cash collection.
• Monitor market trends and adapt strategy accordingly.
• Ensure governance, risk management, and financial controls across projects.

Skills

Senior leadership

P&L accountability

Strategy development

Client relationship management

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, planning, real estate or related discipline

Professional or chartered status advantageous

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Head of Development to lead and grow its Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East.

You will provide strategic leadership across development management, infrastructure and multidisciplinary pre-construction services, turning client investment objectives into commercially viable projects from early engagement through to delivery.