Kingston Stanley is partnering with an established organisation in Dubai to appoint a General Manager to lead its building contracting operations.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced construction professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and the ability to manage and grow a contracting business.
The successful candidate will take ownership of operational performance, lead multidisciplinary teams and play an instrumental role in strengthening the company's market position.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership across construction operations, ensuring the successful delivery of multiple projects.
- Drive business performance through effective financial management, cost optimisation and profitability improvement.
- Identify new business opportunities, strengthen client relationships and support the development of a sustainable project pipeline.
- Oversee commercial negotiations, tendering, procurement and contract administration.
- Lead and develop project delivery teams, establishing strong operational standards and accountability.
- Work closely with senior management to implement business strategies and support long-term growth.
Candidate Requirements
- Extensive experience within the UAE/GCC construction industry, with a strong background in main contracting.
- Proven leadership experience as a General Manager, Operations Director, Construction Director, Projects Director or similar senior position.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple residential, commercial or mixed-use building projects.
- Strong commercial understanding, including P&L management, construction budgeting, tendering and profitability.
- Sound knowledge of UAE construction regulations, contractual frameworks and project delivery requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
DUE TO THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
