الوصف الوظيفي
The Projects Director will lead the delivery of complex, high-profile real estate developments from start to finish, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
This role also involves managing large project teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing third-party service providers to optimize project performance and operational efficiency.
Client Details
Developer who successfully deliver large-scale, high-profile real estate development projects across the Middle East.
Description
Leadership and Department Management
Provide strategic direction to the Projects department, aligning project priorities with organizational goals.Develop and enforce policies, processes, and procedures that support project excellence and compliance.Mentor Senior Managers and project teams to foster professional growth and succession planning.Collaborate with senior leadership to drive initiatives and optimize cross-departmental processes.
General Project Management
Oversee large, complex projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, quality, and contractual obligations.Conduct regular project reviews and implement corrective actions as needed.Establish and maintain documentation and reporting processes for effective stakeholder communication.Manage high-level communication with government authorities, clients, and strategic partners to ensure alignment on project goals and regulatory compliance.
Project Initiation and Planning
Review and approve project briefs, scope statements, and RFPs.Evaluate consultant and contractor performance, ensuring alignment with project specifications.Lead technical reviews of plans, drawings, and proposals, maintaining organizational standards.Provide strategic input for budget planning, resource allocation, and vendor selection aligned with project goals.
Project Control and Risk Management
Oversee Project Execution Plans, Risk Management, Quality Plans, and BIM strategies to ensure standards and risk mitigation.Manage project budgets and schedules, coordinating with finance for cash flow forecasting and budget alignment.Ensure effective contract management and procurement strategies, advising on technical and commercial recommendations.Proactively manage risks, addressing project challenges promptly and effectively.
Construction Phase Oversight
Negotiate and finalize construction contracts to align with timelines and budgets.Oversee baseline schedules, NOC acquisition, and regulatory approvals to avoid construction delays.Conduct site visits and meetings to monitor construction quality and compliance with project specifications.Approve payments to consultants and contractors, ensuring value for money and contract compliance.
Monitoring, Reporting, and Change Management
Implement monitoring processes to maintain adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.Oversee change management processes, approving project adjustments and managing scope, schedule, and cost impacts.Facilitate regular performance reviews, summarizing progress, risks, and key developments in executive reports.
Closeout and Handover
Manage closeout activities, ensuring thorough snagging, commissioning, and warranty management.Coordinate final inspections, MEP system training, and smooth handover to Facilities Management (FM) teams.Conduct project post-mortems to document lessons learned and improvements.Finalize project documentation and close open contracts in line with contractual obligations.
Profile
The successful candidate for the Projects Director role will be a seasoned project management leader with at least 15 years of experience in real estate or construction, including significan
