Project Director

Confidential; Fujairah Emirate; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious client seeks a Projects Director in Fujairah, UAE, responsible for leading capital development and infrastructure projects. Candidates should possess extensive experience in engineering project governance, strategic planning, and leadership, ensuring successful project execution across multiple divisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong command of project management tools and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead project governance and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Provide advisory support on project planning and execution.
• Oversee project feasibility, budget control, and compliance.

Skills

Project Management Tools

Cost Control

Stakeholder Management

Vendor Oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Master’s degree in Project Management or MBA

PMP or similar certification

Job description

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We're Hiring : Projects Director – Fujairah, UAE (On-Site)

On behalf of a prestigious client, we are seeking a highly experienced Projects Director to lead and oversee capital development, infrastructure, and fit-out initiatives across multiple operating divisions. This strategic role is based in Fujairah, UAE and is ideal for candidates with a background in large-scale engineering or construction project governance and leadership.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead project governance across the organization, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational goals.
• Provide advisory to subsidiaries on project planning, vendor selection, and execution monitoring.
• Oversee project feasibility reviews, budget control, risk mitigation, and performance KPIs.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Procurement, etc.) for project compliance.
• Build internal frameworks for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Project Management or MBA preferred.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership / director role.
• Strong command of project management tools, cost control, stakeholder management, and vendor oversight.

Core Competencies :

• Strategic Planning & Implementation
• Leadership & Team Management
• Risk & Performance Governance
• Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
• Sustainability & Quality Excellence

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering, Project Management, and Consulting

Civil Engineering, Engineering Services, and Construction

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