Head of Portfolio

APM Terminals; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking a Head of Portfolio to manage large capital investment projects. The role involves overseeing initiation, planning, execution, and governance of various terminal projects. Candidates should have extensive experience in large-scale project delivery, ideally in infrastructure projects exceeding USD 100 million. A background in Civil Engineering is preferred. The position offers a dynamic environment fostering collaboration and accountability while enhancing global trade efficiency.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Support for special requirements during hiring process

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in large-scale project environments.
• Proven leadership in major infrastructure projects over USD 100 million.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee initiation, planning, execution, and closure of large capital projects.
• Develop and manage portfolio budgets and strategies.
• Lead and mentor Project Directors and Managers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Lean principles

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, growth is not only about scale it is about doing things thoughtfully, safely, and together. As we continue to invest in large-scale terminal infrastructure across the globe, we are strengthening our global Project Execution capability. We are now looking for a Head of Portfolio – Capital Investment Projects who brings clarity to complexity, confidence to decision-making, and care to leadership.

This role is for someone who enjoys shaping direction while staying close to delivery. Someone who balances structure with agility, applies Lean thinking to eliminate waste and increase flow, and believes that strong relationships, clear standards, and empowered teams are the foundation of successful projects.

What this role is about

As our Head of Portfolio, you will hold end-to-end responsibility for a global portfolio of large capital investment projects, including new terminal developments, expansions, and integrations. You will ensure that projects are delivered in line with business strategy and within agreed HSSE, cost, quality, and schedule parameters while continuously strengthening how we execute projects across APM Terminals through continuous improvement and Lean portfolio management principles.

You will work closely with terminal leadership, regional and global functions, and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted partner and senior decision-maker throughout the full project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

Portfolio & delivery leadership

• Oversee initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of multiple large-scale terminal construction projects
• Lead portfolio reviews, balancing prioritization, risk, and organizational capacity using a Lean, value-driven mindset
• Provide clear, integrated reporting and insights to executive leadership and board-level stakeholders

Financial & governance accountability

• Develop and manage portfolio budgets and funding strategies
• Monitor financial performance and value realization
• Ensure strong governance, project controls, and contract management (e.g. FIDIC-based frameworks)

People & capability leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Directors and Project Managers, including on-site leadership
• Define project organizations and build teams aligned to project needs
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Standards, safety & excellence

• Drive APM Terminals’ project execution standards, controls, and reporting frameworks
• Champion HSSE performance together with HSE teams and ensure compliance across contractors and suppliers
• Promote consistent use of project controls systems, including PMWeb

Stakeholder engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal leadership, government authorities, contractors, consultants, and partners
• Anticipate and resolve critical dependencies and emerging risks that may impact first commercial activity

Who you are

You are a senior project leader with a calm, confident presence and a strong sense of responsibility. You combine technical credibility with empathy, structure with pragmatism, and strategic thinking with hands-on engagement. You naturally apply Lean principles to decision-making and enjoy leading diverse, international teams through complex change.

Your experience and background

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in delivery-focused, large-scale project environments
• Proven leadership of major infrastructure projects (> USD 100 million) with full accountability for commercial, people, safety, time, cost, and quality
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PMBOK), project controls, and Lean ways of working
• Experience in business leadership and transformation environments
• Comfortable working across cultures and geographies
• Location: Asia

Education

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or similar

Why join APM Terminals

You will be part of a global organization with a clear purpose: enabling global trade safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From our headquarters in The Hague, you will help shape how we deliver some of the most complex port infrastructure projects in the world while developing people, strengthening standards, and creating lasting value through structured, Lean execution.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities. If you recognize yourself in this role, even if not every requirement perfectly matches your profile, we would love to hear from you.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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