Project Director - Contracting

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; Sur place; AED 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Zohorecruit seeks a senior construction leader in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to steer project vision, strategy, and execution for complex mixed-use developments. You will shape proposals, manage P&L, and lead a multi-disciplinary team from conception to completion.

This role requires 15+ years in construction with senior leadership experience, exceptional negotiation and communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering high-value projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CM/CE/Architecture or related field.
• Minimum 15+ years in construction/contracting with 8-10 years in senior leadership overseeing large-scale commercial projects.
• Direct experience managing multiple mixed-use development projects from conception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction law.
• Proven ability to manage project P&L and complex budgets.

Responsabilités

• Act as the primary senior point of contact for client, owners and stakeholders; lead vision, strategy and execution.
• Oversee pre-construction, value engineering, constructability reviews, and scheduling.
• Lead negotiations with clients, consultants, and JV partners; provide strategic direction to project teams.
• Provide executive oversight of on-site construction operations and ensure schedule adherence; promote zero-incident safety culture.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and develop a large multi-disciplinary project team; manage resources and structure.

Connaissances

Executive presence

Strategic thinker

Decisive leader

Negotiation

Communication

Project management software

Financial acumen

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Description du poste

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 19/01/2026

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Client Management:

• Act as the primary senior point of contact for the client, ownership group, and project stakeholders, fostering and maintaining exceptional relationships.
• Develop and articulate the overall project vision, strategy, and execution plan.
• Lead high-level negotiations with clients, consultants, and joint venture partners.
• Provide strategic direction to the entire project team, including multiple Project Managers and Superintendents.

Pre-Construction & Planning:

• Oversee the entire pre-construction process, including value engineering, constructability reviews, and scheduling.
• Lead the development of proposals and complex contract negotiations.
• Ensure project logistics, phasing, and sequencing plans are robust and account for the complexities of a mixed-use environment.

Financial Management & Controls:

• Hold ultimate responsibility for the project's financial performance, including P&L management for the project.
• Review and approve major budget, cost forecasts, and financial reports.
• Implement and manage rigorous cost control procedures to mitigate risk and maximize value.
• Authorize significant purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders.

Operational Execution & Oversight:

• Provide executive oversight of all on-site construction operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to the project schedule, proactively identifying and mitigating delays.
• Champion a "Zero Incident" safety culture across the entire project site.
• Enforce the highest standards of quality control and assurance for all work.

Risk Management & Problem Solving:

• Identify, assess, and develop mitigation strategies for high-level project risks
• Resolve critical path issues and conflicts that impact project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and permitting requirements.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a large, multi-disciplinary project team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Manage resource allocation and team structure to ensure project needs are met.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in the construction/contracting industry, with at least 8-10 years in a senior leadership role overseeing large-scale commercial projects.
• Demonstrable, direct experience managing multiple mixed-use development projects from conception to completion.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering high valued projects.
• Deep expertise in construction means and methods, project financing, budgeting, and scheduling.

Technical Skills:

• Mastery of project management software.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing complex project P&L.
• Expert knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction law.
• Executive Presence: Ability to command respect and confidently interact with C-level executives, investors, and public officials.
• Strategic Thinker: Sees the "big picture" while understanding the details that drive success.
• Decisive Leader: Able to make high-stakes decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional Negotiator: Skilled in conflict resolution and achieving favorable outcomes.
• Superb Communicator: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proactive & Agile: Anticipates challenges and adapts strategies in a dynamic environment.