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Project Director – Rail & TBM Construction

Dubai, UAE, aeFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United Arab Emirates

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 projects

Domain

Transportation infrastructure / Rail / Tunneling

Required skills

Large-scale infrastructure project management, Railway project leadership, TBM tunneling expertise, Stakeholder management, Government relations, Contract negotiation, Budget management, Risk mitigation, Team leadership (50+ personnel), Project management methodologies (PMI/PRINCE2)

Preferred skills

Middle East project experience, UAE regulatory knowledge

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, Mitigate project risks, Monitor progress against KPIs, Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, Prepare reports for senior leadership, Manage procurement and vendor relationships

Seniority

Senior, strategic leadership