Senior Construction Documentation Lead (BIM & Compliance)

Nova International General Contracting L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova International General Contracting is seeking a senior operations leader with 17+ years in engineering and construction in the UAE. You will oversee on-site project operations for luxury villas, high-end residential communities, towers, and mixed-use developments, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and site teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, design coordination (structural, architectural, MEP), BIM and digital tools, and compliance with UAE regulations and buildability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional engineering certification is an advantage.
• 17+ years of experience in engineering and construction.
• 5+ years in a senior technical leadership role within leading contracting companies.
• Experience delivering luxury villas, high-end residential communities, residential towers, mixed-use developments, design & build projects.
• Extensive UAE/GCC experience; strong knowledge of UAE authorities, codes, regulations, and approval processes.
• Experience with BIM, engineering management systems, and digital construction tools.
• Strong coordination of structural, architectural, and MEP design.
• Knowledge of UAE regulations and buildability review processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage overall project operations aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring to meet performance targets.
• Drive operational efficiency through process improvements and best practices.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and site teams for seamless execution.
• Monitor progress against schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Resolve operational challenges promptly to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Ensure adherence to UAE regulations, policies, and international standards; maintain governance with transparent reporting.
• Maintain health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Optimize allocation of manpower, equipment, and materials; monitor KPIs.
• Build and lead a high-performing operations team and provide mentorship.

Skills

Senior leadership

BIM & digital tools

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural

Master’s Degree preferred

Professional Engineering certification

Tools

BIM

Engineering management systems

Job description

Nova International General Contracting is seeking a senior operations leader with 17+ years in engineering and construction in the UAE. You will oversee on-site project operations for luxury villas, high-end residential communities, towers, and mixed-use developments, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and site teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, design coordination (structural, architectural, MEP), BIM and digital tools, and compliance with UAE regulations and buildability