Strategic Head of Infrastructure Development

TALENTMATE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the United Arab Emirates, Sharjah, seeks an experienced Head of Development to lead its Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East, providing strategic leadership across development management, infrastructure and pre-construction services.

You will drive client relationships, own the Development P&L, oversee a multidisciplinary team and shape market growth with a focus on governance and delivering major projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ senior leadership experience in development management or related fields.
• Proven P&L accountability and large-scale project delivery experience.
• Strong network with developers, investors and government entities in the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the Middle East Development strategy and annual business plan.
• Own the Development P&L, including revenue, margin and cash collection.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across locations and grow the market in the Middle East.
• Build trusted client relationships and secure major projects and frameworks.
• Provide governance and risk management across the portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

P&L accountability

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Education

Degree in architecture/engineering/planning/real estate

Job description

WSP in the United Arab Emirates, Sharjah, seeks an experienced Head of Development to lead its Infrastructure Development business across the Middle East, providing strategic leadership across development management, infrastructure and pre-construction services.

You will drive client relationships, own the Development P&L, oversee a multidisciplinary team and shape market growth with a focus on governance and delivering major projects.