Roads Projects Governance & Controls Lead

Roads and Transport Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai seeks a senior governance and project controls leader to oversee governance, commercial oversight, and technical assurance of road projects. You will establish governance frameworks, monitor budgets, risks, quality, and drive continuous improvement across planning, delivery, and close-out, engaging with internal departments and external partners.

The role requires extensive experience in civil/transport infrastructure, PMP certification, and a strategic

Qualifications

• Education in civil/transportation engineering or construction.
• 12+ years experience with master's degree (14+ with bachelor's).
• PMP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance, project controls, and assurance across road projects.
• Oversee budgets, cash flow, disbursements, and final accounts for financial integrity.
• Direct governance reviews, risk assessments, and quality assurance across projects.
• Manage governance documentation, approvals, and asset registration.
• Coordinate with departments, consultants, contractors, and agencies for timely delivery.

Skills

Governance

Project controls

Commercial management

Risk assessment

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/transportation/construction

Master's degree in civil/transportation/construction

Job description

Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai seeks a senior governance and project controls leader to oversee governance, commercial oversight, and technical assurance of road projects. You will establish governance frameworks, monitor budgets, risks, quality, and drive continuous improvement across planning, delivery, and close-out, engaging with internal departments and external partners.

The role requires extensive experience in civil/transport infrastructure, PMP certification, and a strategic