Project Director

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Director to lead complex projects in a dynamic environment. This role is pivotal in shaping the development process and involves overseeing project management teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing stakeholder relationships. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant commercial and retail projects. Join a company known for its vibrant culture and commitment to excellence, where your leadership will help create memorable moments and spread happiness across the region.

Benefits

Positive work environment

Collaboration with talented colleagues

Leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project management, with 10+ years in leadership roles.
• Expertise in commercial and retail projects from inception to handover.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of projects and manage Project Management teams.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage the tender process for projects.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Contract Law

Health and Safety Regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Job description

JOB TITLE
Project Director | MAF Properties | Project Management

ROLE SUMMARY

The Project Director will assume a pivotal leadership position in the development process, overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects. This role involves managing Project Management teams responsible for the organization's most significant and complex initiatives.

ROLE PROFILE

1. Assist in establishing design and development briefs, maintaining a Master Development Programme, and procuring consultants for Scheme Design.
2. Support pre-construction planning, regulatory applications, and tenant lease negotiations, ensuring obligations are understood and appropriately budgeted.
3. Ensure applications for building regulations/permits are submitted and attend or chair progress and liaison meetings.
4. Develop procurement strategies, manage procurement of supervision consultants and contractors, and prepare tender documentation.
5. Oversee the tender process, secure necessary approvals, and appoint suitable supervision consultants or contractors.
6. Monitor project deployment, facilitate value engineering workshops, and review submissions and progress from consultants and contractors.
7. Ensure contract documents are prepared and executed, manage project activities, and uphold safe working practices on site.
8. Coordinate project handover, oversee remedial works and defect resolution, and negotiate final accounts with stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 15 years of experience, including at least 10 years in project management.
• At least 2 years in a Project Director capacity, with advanced Pre/Post contract experience in relevant projects.
• Over 5 years of experience in commercial/offices projects from inception to handover, with knowledge of operational standards and requirements.
• Over 5 years of experience in retail projects within large malls, including tenant management and re-demising.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including understanding roles, responsibilities, and perspectives, and the ability to communicate effectively, present reports, and build relationships.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, contract law, environmental standards, and building regulations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Join Majid Al Futtaim in our mission to create memorable moments and spread happiness. We have built a reputation as a regional market leader over the past 27 years. Be part of our journey!
• Work in a positive, friendly environment where everyone shares good vibes and is excited about the future.
• Collaborate with over 50,000 talented colleagues, guided by our Leadership Model.