Project Director - Rail Depots & Terminals

About the role

A major high-speed rail project in the UAE is looking for an experienced Project Director with a civil engineering background to lead the construction and delivery of depot and terminal facilities. The role calls for proven main-contractor leadership, with accountability for construction execution, commercial performance, programme, quality, safety and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery from design coordination and mobilisation through construction, commissioning support and final handover.
• Direct civil, structural and building works, including depot workshops, maintenance facilities, operational buildings, yards, utilities and external infrastructure.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow, procurement, subcontractors, resources and construction milestones.
• Coordinate civil interfaces with track, MEP, rail systems, depot equipment and operational requirements.
• Lead client, consultant, JV partner and authority coordination, ensuring timely approvals and resolution of delivery issues.
• Oversee contractual obligations, variations, claims, risk mitigation and recovery programmes.
• Drive HSE, quality and team performance across all construction activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Typically 20+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years as Project Director or equivalent on major rail or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated delivery of rail depots, maintenance workshops or rail terminal facilities.
• Strong main-contractor experience, with direct responsibility for budgets, subcontractors and site execution.
• Proven knowledge of civil/structural works, building construction and interfaces with railway systems.
• Strong contract administration, commercial management and stakeholder leadership skills.
• UAE/GCC experience preferred; high-speed rail experience is an advantage.

Required skills

• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Contract administration and commercial management.

To apply, submit an updated CV, current location, current and expected salary and notice period, along with a brief summary of depot/terminal projects delivered, contract values, responsibilities and completion status.