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Director of Projects · Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Director of Projects

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-10 Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Full-time Hybrid Construction
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market AED 35,000–AED 60,000/mo

Responsibilities

  • ● Lead and oversee the delivery of large-scale capital projects, infrastructure developments and minor works programmes.
  • ● Establish and manage Project Management Office (PMO) frameworks, project governance and portfolio performance.
  • ● Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation and risk management.
  • ● Manage CAPEX programmes, financial performance, cost optimisation and commercial accountability.
  • ● Lead procurement strategies, contract management and contractor performance.
  • ● Ensure projects are delivered within approved scope, timelines, budgets and quality standards.
  • ● Oversee construction quality, technical compliance, HSE requirements and operational readiness.
  • ● Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders.

Requirements

  • ● Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
  • ● Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in people management.
  • ● Strong background in Project Management, Infrastructure Development, Construction Management or Capital Project Delivery.
  • ● Proven experience managing large-scale project portfolios, CAPEX programmes and PMO functions.
  • ● Strong expertise in project controls, procurement, contract management, financial governance and risk management.
  • ● Excellent leadership, commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills.
  • ● Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, PgMP, RICS or equivalent are advantageous.
  • ● Candidates with 15+ years of experience managing complex, high-value project portfolios will be preferred.
Credential Requirements for UAE
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Municipal Authority Approval

Municipal Authority

Must have to work
Cost: AED 1,000–3,000 Timeline: 1–3 months
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ECRA Registration

Engineering Competencies Regulatory Authority

Must have to work
Cost: AED 1,000–3,000 Timeline: 1–3 months