Job Summary

General Manager - Tier 1 building contractor

Retained Assignment

We are representing a local Emirati holding company who have businesses across multiple markets in the UAE. They own a highly successful Tier 1 contracting firm and work with the UAEs most respected developers such as Emaar. They build high value luxury projects with a minimum value of AED 350 million.

We are seeking a highly experiencedGeneral Manager with a strong background in construction project management to oversee operations and strategic growth initiatives. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the business ensuring that projects are completed on time within budget and to the required quality standards.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree or higher in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field
25 years of experience in the construction industry in the UAE/GCC including at least 10 years in recent role as a GM / Director with leading tier 1 building contracting companies managing projects in total not less than AED 1 billion in value.
Strong project management and leadership skills with a proven track record of delivering multiple construction projects ensuring on-time delivery quality control and cost efficiency.
Ensure compliance with UAE construction regulations health & safety standards and client specifications.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients consultants suppliers and key stakeholders.
Drive business growth by identifying new project opportunities and participating in tendering processes.
Monitor project cash flow resource allocation and procurement in coordination with the finance and procurement teams.
Hire train and mentor project and operational teams for optimal performance and succession planning.
Report to senior management with periodic updates risk assessments and strategic recommendations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate risks and to develop effective solutions to complex problems

Salary package is upward of AED 85000 senior management benefits to be discussed

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Required Experience:

Director

Bachelors degree or higher in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field
25 years of experience in the construction industry in the UAE/GCC including at least 10 years in recent role as a GM / Director with leading tier 1 building contracting companies managing projects in total not less than AED 1 billion in value.
Strong project management and leadership skills with a proven track record of delivering multiple construction projects ensuring on-time delivery quality control and cost efficiency.
Ensure compliance with UAE construction regulations health & safety standards and client specifications.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients consultants suppliers and key stakeholders.
Drive business growth by identifying new project opportunities and participating in tendering processes.
Monitor project cash flow resource allocation and procurement in coordination with the finance and procurement teams.
Hire train and mentor project and operational teams for optimal performance and succession planning.
Report to senior management with periodic updates risk assessments and strategic recommendations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate risks and to develop effective solutions to complex problems