Senior Digital Director

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure leader in Dubai seeks a Senior Digital Director to shape digital transformation within their Buildings and Places sector. Responsibilities include driving innovation, enhancing operational excellence, and leading digital initiatives. The ideal candidate has 20 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in digital strategy and technology implementation. Opportunities for career growth and innovative projects are available. Contract position with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in digital transformation and operational efficiency.
• Strong business acumen to translate digital initiatives into solutions.
• Expertise in Building Information Modelling and digital twin technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction of digital transformation across the business.
• Define and align regional digital strategies with global priorities.
• Guide platform selection and digital tool adoption.

Skills

Leadership in digital strategy

Technical expertise in digital innovation

Problem-solving skills

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Mentoring and team development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

SQL

Revit

Rhino/Grasshopper

Job description

Are you a visionary digital leader ready to shape the future of the built environment AECOM is seeking a dynamic Senior Digital Director to drive regional digital transformation within our Buildings and Places (B&P) end-market. This senior strategic role is at the forefront of innovation aligning regional initiatives with global digital objectives enhancing operational excellence and elevating client delivery through cutting‑edge technologies.

As a key member of the B&P leadership team the Digital Director collaborates with regional and global stakeholders to advance the End Markets digital priorities. This includes rationalizing and upgrading technology platforms streamlining workflows and rolling out new digital capabilities that deliver measurable business value.

The role also plays a critical part in identifying and addressing barriers to digital adoption ensuring that digital initiatives contribute to growth operational excellence and sustain competitive advantage within B&P across the region.

What You’ll Do

As Digital Director you’ll lead the strategic direction of digital transformation across AECOM’s Buildings & Places business. You’ll drive innovation enhance operational excellence and deliver measurable business value by:

• Defining and aligning regional digital strategies with global priorities.
• Leading the development and deployment of enterprise platforms data architecture and emerging technologies.
• Guiding platform selection and digital tool adoption across technical practices.
• Supporting business development by embedding digital value into client pursuits.
• Mentoring high‑performing digital teams and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Promoting sustainable design and net‑zero principles through digital solutions.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders driving digital maturity and excellence.

What You Bring

• Proven leadership in digital strategy transformation and technology implementation.
• Deep technical expertise in enterprise platforms data systems and digital innovation.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate digital initiatives into tangible outcomes.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage complex challenges.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• A passion for mentoring team development and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Architectural Engineering Construction (AEC) Computer Science or another quantitative discipline.
• 20 yearsexperience demonstrated experience in digital transformation computational design and related roles within the built environment driving innovation and operational efficiency
• Data & Database Proficiency
• Skilled in SQL query authoring with working familiarity across a range of database systems supporting data‑driven decision‑making and solution development.
• AEC Industry Expertise
• Advanced working knowledge of AEC technologies processes and international standards essential for delivering compliant and innovative digital solutions.

Professional Certifications

• Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate
• Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Azure Data Scientist Associate
• Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate
• Revit
• Rhino/Grasshopper
• Power BI
• AI/ML platforms

Specialized Technologies

Expertise in Building Information Modelling (BIM) parametric design and digital twin technologies enabling advanced modelling simulation and performance analysis.

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑and‑private‑sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract