Project Director – Rail & TBM Construction
Core
Strategic leadership of large-scale, complex rail infrastructure projects from conception through completion in Dubai, UAE.
Role type
Senior Project Director (Rail & TBM Construction)
Builds
High-speed rail, rail transit, and TBM tunneling infrastructure systems
Domain
Transportation infrastructure / Rail / Tunneling
Deliverable
Production infrastructure
Required skills
Large-scale infrastructure project management, Railway project leadership, TBM tunneling expertise, Government relations, Contract negotiation, Multi-million dollar budget management, Risk mitigation, Stakeholder management, Project management methodologies (PMI/PRINCE2), Cross-functional team leadership (50+), Regulatory compliance (UAE)
Preferred skills
Middle East project experience, English fluency
Technologies
Microsoft Project, Primavera P6
Responsibilities
Oversee all project phases (planning, design, construction, commissioning), Manage project budgets and cost control, Establish relationships with government agencies and stakeholders, Lead and mentor diverse project teams, Identify and mitigate project risks, Monitor progress against schedules and KPIs, Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and safety standards, Prepare reports for senior leadership, Manage contract negotiations and procurement, Champion innovation in project delivery
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership