Middle East Building Engineering Services Leader

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager for the Middle East to drive regional operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and shape growth across markets. The role emphasizes leadership, client delivery, and achieving financial goals while upholding HDR values and our employee-owned culture.

As a senior leader, you will oversee regional teams, steer business development, coordinate with regional managers and market sector directors, and ensure high-quality project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years experience leading diverse teams.
• Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams and driving growth.
• Commitment to HDR values and quality improvement.
• Active engagement in professional/industry associations to enhance HDR expertise and brand.
• Ability to work cooperatively with regional/local office managers and directors.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
• Drive Middle East business development and growth initiatives.
• Optimize staffing and resources to meet project demands and backlog.
• Develop and maintain regional programs, QA and production standards.
• Establish external partnerships and represent HDR in industry associations.
• Collaborate with regional leaders to anticipate market trends and drive growth.

Skills

Leading diverse teams

Business development

Resource planning

Cross-region collaboration

Employee-owned culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture or closely related field

Job description

HDR is seeking a Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager for the Middle East to drive regional operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and shape growth across markets. The role emphasizes leadership, client delivery, and achieving financial goals while upholding HDR values and our employee-owned culture.

As a senior leader, you will oversee regional teams, steer business development, coordinate with regional managers and market sector directors, and ensure high-quality project