Executive Director - Infrastructure Projects

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Engineering - Petroleum, Mining & Marine Company Industry Engineering Services We are currently supporting a confidential executive search for a senior leadership position within a large, asset-intensive organization in the UAE. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, engineering, and delivery of complex, large-scale infrastructure and capital projects across a multi-project environment. Role Overview The Executive Director

• Infrastructure Projects will lead the end-to-end execution of major projects, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives, operational efficiency, and delivery excellence. The role involves managing multiple project streams, overseeing senior teams, and driving performance across engineering, project management, and delivery functions. Key Responsibilities • Lead the execution of large-scale infrastructure and capital projects across multiple programs • Oversee engineering coordination, project governance, and delivery frameworks • Manage project portfolios, including prioritization, resource allocation, and performance tracking • Establish and implement best practices in project delivery, risk management, and quality assurance • Engage with key stakeholders including consultants, contractors, and regulatory entities to ensure smooth execution • Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and efficiency across project functions • Provide leadership and direction to senior project teams and functional heads Requirements: We are looking for senior professionals with: • Extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure, energy, or complex engineering environments • Proven track record in managing high-value, multi-project portfolios • Strong leadership experience overseeing senior teams and cross-functional stakeholders • Background in engineering-led organizations with asset-heavy operations • Solid understanding of project governance, contracts (e.g., EPC/FIDIC), and delivery frameworks • Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels Important Considerations • Arabic speakers are preferred; Emirati national are highly preferred for this opportunity. • Candidates currently based in the UAE are highly preferred, followed by those in the GCC • Candidates from outside the region will be considered only if they are currently in a similar role within the same industry and function About the Company About Us Helping professionals grow. Supporting businesses thrive. Black Pearl is a HR consultancy and recruitment firm based in the UAE. We connect skilled professionals with leading organizations across the Gulf region, offering a personalized and thoughtful approach to hiring. Our team specializes in recruiting for roles across key industries, including but not limited to:
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