Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Marinas

About the role

The organisation is a government‑backed infrastructure investment and development platform seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to build and lead a world‑class marina business from the ground up. Based in Abu Dhabi, the CEO will shape strategy, drive investment, and oversee the development and operation of a growing portfolio of marinas across the UAE and internationally.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the long‑term strategy for the marina platform.
• Build a diversified portfolio through acquisitions, concessions, PPPs and greenfield projects.
• Identify and evaluate new marina investment opportunities in the UAE and selected overseas markets.
• Lead feasibility studies, commercial evaluations, financial modelling and business case development.
• Structure and negotiate concession agreements, PPP, BOT and BOOT arrangements.
• Oversee planning, design, development and delivery of new marina projects.
• Drive operational excellence, customer experience and asset performance across the portfolio.
• Maximise profitability and long‑term asset value.
• Develop revenue strategies covering berthing, superyacht services, hospitality, retail and destination management.
• Build strong relationships with government entities, investors, regulators and strategic partners.
• Recruit, develop and lead a high‑performing executive team.

Required profile

• Internationally recognised senior executive with extensive experience in the marina industry.
• Proven track record of leading complex marina businesses and delivering sustainable commercial growth.
• Strong strategic vision combined with hands‑on operational leadership.
• Experience in large‑scale waterfront development, PPP environments and infrastructure investment.

Required skills

• Financial modelling
• Feasibility studies
• Commercial evaluation and business case development
• Negotiation of PPP, concession and BOT/BOOT agreements