Managing Director – Large‑Scale Construction

About the role

The Managing Director provides strategic leadership and oversees all aspects of the company's operations, ensuring successful delivery of large‑scale construction projects while driving sustainable growth and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's strategic business plan to achieve growth and profitability.
• Lead project delivery, commercial, operations, finance, business development, procurement and support functions.
• Ensure large‑scale projects meet quality, cost, schedule and safety targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, developers, consultants, government authorities and partners.
• Drive business development, identify new opportunities and oversee tendering and contract negotiations.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives to improve performance, efficiency, risk management and client satisfaction.
• Monitor financial performance, budgets, cash flow and overall profitability.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, UAE regulations, health and safety standards and quality systems.
• Recruit, develop and mentor senior leadership teams, fostering a high‑performance culture.
• Report business performance, strategic initiatives and key risks to the board.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Minimum 20 years of progressive construction experience, including at least 10 years in a senior executive role with a Tier 1 main contractor.
• Proven track record delivering large‑scale building projects in the UAE, preferably for Emaar.
• Strong commercial, contractual and operational management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of UAE construction regulations and FIDIC contracts.

Required skills

• FIDIC contract expertise
• UAE construction regulations knowledge

What we offer

• Leadership of a major contracting organization in a dynamic market.
• Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of large‑scale projects.
• Competitive executive compensation package.