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Project Director - Mixed use Developments - RE Developer
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Join a leading master developer in UAE for large scale master developments
Lead delivery for large scale mixed use projects
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established real estate developer with an extensive portfolio of large-scale residential, mixed-use, and master-planned developments across the UAE.
Job Description
- Collaborate with design and delivery teams to develop project briefs and technical requirements for the procurement of consultants and service providers.
- Work closely with procurement and design functions to support the selection and appointment of project consultants, ensuring project teams are appropriately structured and optimized.
- Lead and manage external consultants across assigned projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, delivery schedules, budgets, project objectives, and quality standards.
- Develop and implement project delivery strategies for assigned projects and present recommendations and progress updates to senior leadership.
- Identify and drive early works opportunities to accelerate project delivery and maximize efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead Value Engineering initiatives at key project milestones to optimize design solutions, enhance value for money, and achieve project objectives within budget.
- Oversee project risk management processes in coordination with HSE, design teams, consultants, and contractors to identify, mitigate, and manage project risks effectively.
- Coordinate with project controls teams on scheduling, change management, reporting, claims management, and overall project performance.
- Partner with procurement and commercial teams to manage contractual and commercial matters, ensuring compliance with governance requirements and achievement of optimal commercial outcomes.
- Coordinate with stakeholder management teams and external authorities to facilitate timely statutory approvals, permits, and regulatory clearances.
- Provide leadership, direction, and performance oversight to Associate Directors and project teams to ensure effective project execution and delivery.
- Manage relationships with end users, clients, and key stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and timely reporting on project status, risks, and performance.
- Ensure all Health, Safety, Sustainability, Security, and Environment (HSSE) requirements are fully integrated into project planning and execution.
- Monitor consultant and contractor payment processes, ensuring timely certification, approval, and resolution of any payment-related issues.
- Take proactive action on underperforming projects by identifying issues, assessing impacts, developing recovery plans, and presenting mitigation strategies to senior management.
- Drive successful delivery of projects in line with approved scope, schedule, budget, quality standards, and stakeholder expectations.
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A successful Project Director should have:
- A strong background in construction project management within the leisure, travel, and tourism industry.
- Proven expertise in managing large-scale projects effectively.
- Excellent knowledge of construction regulations and safety standards.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Relevant educational qualifications in construction, engineering, or a related field.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary range
- A permanent role based in Abu Dhabi.
If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.
Contact: Saurabh Kohli
Quote job ref: JN-092026-7112651
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