Project Director

Responsibilities

• Lead project strategy, planning, resource allocation, and execution
• Oversee all phases including pre-construction, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover
• Manage client, consultant, and authority relationships through executive-level meetings
• Ensure world-class quality, safety, compliance, and craftsmanship
• Oversee project budgets, procurement strategies, cost control, and commercial issues
• Resolve major technical challenges, design conflicts, and site escalations
• Lead design coordination across architecture, structural, MEP, façade, and interiors
• Mentor Project Managers and discipline leads to build high-performing teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
• 20+ years of construction experience including senior leadership roles
• Proven delivery of luxury villas, high-rise towers, or major UAE/GCC projects
• Strong technical background in structures, MEP coordination, façade, and interiors
• Expertise in project controls, budgeting, and FIDIC contract administration
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience dealing with VIP clients and high-spec design requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• PMP certification
• RICS membership

About the Company

Nova International General Contracting is a UAE-based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specializing in executing branded residences.