Project Director - Developer

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.

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.

Job Offer

High-level leadership position with the opportunity to oversee prestigious, large-scale real estate developments. The package includes a competitive salary, benefits tailored to senior leadership, and potential performance-based incentives. This role also provides a platform for professional growth through complex project ownership, collaboration with executive teams, and strategic influence within the organization.

Additionally, the candidate will gain valuable experience in the UAE market, with exposure to high-profile clients and industry networks, enhancing their expertise and positioning in the sector.

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