Senior Director, Projects & Delivery

WhiteCrow Research; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCrow Research is recruiting on behalf of a Dubai-based client for an Associate Director - Projects. You will lead multiple large-scale programs, oversee cost, schedule, and quality, and partner with cross-functional leaders to deliver strategic initiatives in the region.

The role requires 12-15+ years of experience (8+ years in senior leadership), a Civil/Architectural/Construction background, PMP preferred, and a proven track record in complex project delivery for developers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering/ architectural engineering/ Construction.
• PMP certification - preferred.
• 12-15+ years experience, including 8+ years in a senior leadership/project lead role.
• 5+ years of experience with a developer.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the preparation and documentation of Job Requisitions, ensuring alignment with workforce plans and business objectives in collaboration with cross-functional departments.
• Guiding project management strategies and delivery activities in coordination with Section Heads and Project Leads.
• Overseeing the management of multiple projects across the business, ensuring monitoring of progress and successful completion of projects.
• Driving communication plans while ensuring its execution to effectively resolve any anomalies that may arise during Project completion phase.
• Managing actual cost verses budget on periodic basis and oversee financial reports/data related to project’s financial performance.
• Facilitating change requests to ensure that all parties are informed of the impacts on schedule and budget.
• Leading efficient and compliant project management and budget management for multiple projects across the Company.
• Supporting with the implementation of contractor's mitigation plan for the project along with execution plan, procurement, acceleration program and resources allocation.
• Supporting the commercial function throughout the client lifecycle, enhancing client relationship for projects and working closely with stakeholders.
• Preparing user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful project implementation and turnover of the process or system to the clients.
• Collaborating closely with various Sectors to successfully execute technical assignments while meticulously assessing both anticipated and unforeseen risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Architectural Engineering/Construction

PMP certification - preferred

Job description

WhiteCrow Research is recruiting on behalf of a Dubai-based client for an Associate Director - Projects. You will lead multiple large-scale programs, oversee cost, schedule, and quality, and partner with cross-functional leaders to deliver strategic initiatives in the region.

The role requires 12-15+ years of experience (8+ years in senior leadership), a Civil/Architectural/Construction background, PMP preferred, and a proven track record in complex project delivery for developers.