General Manager Civil Contracting

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s in Construction Management or MBA preferred).
• 20 – 25 years of experience in civil contracting, with at least 15 years in a senior leadership or GM-level role.
• Proven track record in managing multiple medium-to-large projects (commercial, industrial, or infrastructure).
• Strong commercial, contractual, and financial acumen.
• Deep understanding of UAE construction regulations, safety standards, and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategic & Business Leadership

• Develop and execute the division’s business strategy in alignment with Galadari Ventures’ overall goals.
• Lead annual business planning, budgeting, and financial performance tracking.
• Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and bids to expand the contracting portfolio.
• Drive cost efficiency and margin improvement across projects.

2. Project Execution & Operations Management

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of all civil projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and time standards.
• Review and approve project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and cash flows.
• Implement robust project governance, reporting, and risk control mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations (Dubai Municipality, DCD, Trakhees, etc.).

3. People & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop project, engineering, and site management teams.
• Foster a results-oriented culture with accountability and collaboration across functions.
• Drive workforce planning, training, and succession for critical project roles.

4. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Represent the company in negotiations, contract discussions, and key external forums.
• Ensure timely resolution of project escalations and contractual issues.

5. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to HSE, quality, and compliance standards across all sites.
• Work closely with Finance, HR, and Procurement to maintain cost discipline and operational integrity.
• Provide accurate project and financial reporting to the CEO and Board.

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