Area Director

2 weeks ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Al Rakha Contracting & General Transport LLC Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year

We're Hiring: Area Director – Building Construction (UAE Projects)

Location: United Arab Emirates

Industry: Building Construction

Availability: Immediate preferred

We are seeking a highly experienced Area Director to lead and oversee major building construction projects across the United Arab Emirates. This senior leadership role is ideal for someone with a strong track record in managing large-scale developments, driving project excellence, and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership across multiple construction projects within the region

  • Oversee planning, execution, budgeting, and quality management of building works

  • Ensure alignment with project timelines, cost targets, and safety standards

  • Manage client relationships and act as senior point of contact for stakeholders

  • Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and engineering teams

  • Drive risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred)

  • 15+ years of experience in building construction, with at least 10 years in a senior or director-level role

  • Proven experience managing large commercial, residential, villas, or mixed-use projects

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

  • Previous UAE or GCC project experience highly preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive executive-level salary & benefits

  • Opportunity to lead landmark building projects in the UAE

  • Professional growth within a high-performance organization

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

  • Immediate joiner/Joining Date:

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Area Director: 10 years (Preferred)

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