Strategic Project Director – Major Programs Lead

NMDC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC is seeking a senior professional to lead major projects and ensure delivery in line with contractual and organizational objectives. The role emphasizes governance, risk management, and integrated project controls to sustain performance and delivery.

A relevant engineering background is required, with postgraduate qualifications and PMP being advantageous. Candidates should have a strong track record in managing complex projects, negotiating contracts, and overseeing budgets and schedules to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant discipline for project delivery.
• Postgraduate qualification in Project Management, Engineering Management or MBA is advantageous.
• Professional certification in project management (PMP or equivalent) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Major Project Leadership: direct major projects and ensure delivery against objectives.
• Commercial and Contractual Governance: oversee major commercial exposures, variations, claims and negotiations.
• Integrated Project Controls: oversee consolidated project performance, forecasts, schedules, budgets and recovery strategies.
• Project Governance and Risk Management: establish governance and oversee significant project risks and constraints.

Skills

Project leadership

Governance

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in Project Management/Engineering Management/MBA

PMP or equivalent certification (desirable)

Job description

NMDC is seeking a senior professional to lead major projects and ensure delivery in line with contractual and organizational objectives. The role emphasizes governance, risk management, and integrated project controls to sustain performance and delivery.

A relevant engineering background is required, with postgraduate qualifications and PMP being advantageous. Candidates should have a strong track record in managing complex projects, negotiating contracts, and overseeing budgets and schedules to