Infrastructure Group Leader – UAE: Strategy, Growth & Delivery

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

Job summary

A leading global professional services company in the UAE is seeking a Business Group Leader for Infrastructure to guide strategic initiatives in the water, utilities, and transport sectors. This role requires a dynamic leader with at least 15 years of industry experience and a strong track record in performance management and client relations. Successful candidates will have the ability to manage budgets and achieve performance targets while fostering a culture of innovation and safety within the team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client acquisition is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
• Strong reputation within the sector and credible with target clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of team and visitors.
• Develop and implement the Business Group strategy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Monitor sound delivery of projects and promote client satisfaction.

Skills

Strong domain knowledge and experience in Infrastructure disciplines

Ability to set direction, communicate strategy, and inspire confidence

Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills

Capacity to plan, lead, and manage within a 1-3 year time horizon

Resilient and adaptable with the ability to delegate

Proven experience in successful work-winning pipeline development

Experience in developing and implementing business strategies

15 years of industry experience in a similar role

Strong track record of leading and managing medium-sized teams (20-50)

Job description

A leading global professional services company in the UAE is seeking a Business Group Leader for Infrastructure to guide strategic initiatives in the water, utilities, and transport sectors. This role requires a dynamic leader with at least 15 years of industry experience and a strong track record in performance management and client relations. Successful candidates will have the ability to manage budgets and achieve performance targets while fostering a culture of innovation and safety within the team.