Senior Project Director - Mixed-Use Construction

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinker

Decisive leader

Negotiation

Communication

Project management software

Financial acumen

Education

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

Job description

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.