Strategic Real Estate Projects Leader

Nathan & Nathan Human Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Nathan & Nathan Human Resources is assisting a leading UAE real estate development group to appoint a Senior Projects Manager. You will oversee delivery across design, construction, and facility management for a diverse portfolio in the UAE and KSA.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, manage procurement and contracts (FIDIC), monitor budgets and risks, and drive continuous improvement through standardised methodologies and digital tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, real estate or related field.
• 10+ years in real estate development and project management.
• Experience managing large-scale, complex/mixed-use developments.
• UAE and/or KSA project experience.
• FIDIC-based contract knowledge and post-contract management.
• PM certifications (PMP/PRINCE2) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PM strategies, KPIs, and delivery standards.
• Lead project portfolio across UAE and KSA.
• Manage full lifecycle from design to handover.
• Ensure delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Oversee design management across disciplines.
• Lead procurement, tendering, and contract administration.
• Manage variations, claims, and contractual matters per FIDIC.
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial performance.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder engagement with consultants, authorities, and vendors.
• Establish governance, reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Develop and mentor PM team.
• Drive continuous improvement using best practices.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Risk management

Team leadership

Commercial management

Design & construction oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or related

Master's degree preferred

PMP/PRINCE2 or similar certification

Job description

Nathan & Nathan Human Resources is assisting a leading UAE real estate development group to appoint a Senior Projects Manager. You will oversee delivery across design, construction, and facility management for a diverse portfolio in the UAE and KSA.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, manage procurement and contracts (FIDIC), monitor budgets and risks, and drive continuous improvement through standardised methodologies and digital tools.