Director of Projects

1. Real Estate Development & Strategic Planning • Lead the planning and execution of residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use real estate developments. • Participate in project feasibility studies, master planning, development strategies, and technical evaluations. • Develop comprehensive project execution plans, budgets, timelines, and resource requirements. • Ensure development projects align with company objectives, investment plans, and commercial requirements. • Review project concepts, land utilization, infrastructure requirements, and development phasing strategies. 2. Construction & Project Execution • Oversee all construction activities from project mobilization to final completion and handover. • Manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. • Supervise Project Managers, Construction Managers, engineers, consultants, and contractors. • Monitor construction progress, productivity, resource allocation, and project milestones. • Ensure effective coordination of civil, structural, architectural, MEP, and infrastructure works. • Identify construction delays, technical challenges, and operational issues and implement corrective measures. 3. Engineering & Technical Management • Oversee architectural, structural, MEP, and infrastructure design coordination. • Review technical drawings, engineering specifications, construction methodologies, and design modifications. • Ensure engineering designs are technically feasible, cost-effective, and compliant with applicable standards. • Lead technical coordination meetings with consultants, designers, and contractors. • Implement value engineering initiatives to optimize construction costs without compromising quality. 4. Project Budgeting & Financial Control • Prepare, review, and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and financial forecasts. • Monitor project expenditure, committed costs, cash flow, and overall financial performance. • Ensure projects remain within approved budgets and identify potential cost overruns. • Review contractor payment applications, variations, claims, and additional work requests. • Coordinate with Finance to ensure effective cost control and financial planning. • Recommend cost-saving measures and construction optimization opportunities. 5. Procurement, Tendering & Contract Management • Oversee procurement strategies, tendering processes, and contractor selection. • Review tender documents, bills of quantities, technical proposals, and contract specifications. • Evaluate contractors and consultants based on technical capability, financial proposals, and project requirements. • Manage construction contracts, contractual obligations, variations, and extension-of-time requests. • Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual milestones. • Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, and Legal Departments on contractual and commercial matters. 6. Project Planning, Monitoring & Reporting • Develop and maintain project master schedules, construction programs, and delivery milestones. • Monitor planned versus actual project progress using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent systems. • Identify critical path activities, project delays, and schedule risks. • Implement recovery plans and corrective actions for underperforming projects. • Conduct regular project progress meetings and site inspections. • Prepare detailed monthly reports covering project progress, budgets, risks, and key performance indicators. 7. Government Approvals & Regulatory Compliance • Coordinate with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, municipalities, and other relevant authorities in Oman. • Oversee construction permits, development approvals, infrastructure clearances, and completion certificates. • Ensure projects comply with applicable building codes, construction regulations, and development requirements. • Manage coordination with utility providers and government entities for infrastructure connections. • Monitor regulatory approval processes to prevent project delays. 8. Quality, Health, Safety & Risk Management • Ensure construction works comply with approved quality standards, specifications, and contractual requirements. • Oversee quality assurance, quality control, site inspections, and material testing procedures. • Monitor contractor compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. • Identify and manage technical, financial, contractual, and operational project risks. • Establish risk mitigation plans and ensure timely resolution of construction issues. • Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all projects. 9. Project Completion & Handover • Oversee project completion, testing, commissioning, inspections, and final handover. • Ensure all completed works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. • Coordinate with Sales, Leasing, Property Management, and Facilities Management teams. • Ensure proper submission of as-built drawings, warranties, operation manuals, and completion certificates. • Monitor snagging works, defects rectification, and defects liability obligations. • Prepare project closeout reports and evaluate overall project performance. 10. Leadership & Stakeholder Management • Lead and manage the Projects and Construction Department, ensuring effective team performance. • Establish departmental objectives, manpower requirements, and resource allocation plans. • Develop and mentor Project Managers, engineers, and technical personnel. • Maintain professional relationships with contractors, consultants, government authorities, and stakeholders. • Coordinate with senior management and internal departments to support business objectives. • Establish project management procedures, reporting standards, and performance monitoring systems. • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related engineering discipline. • Master's Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering Management, or MBA is preferred. • PMP certification is highly desirable. • Professional knowledge of FIDIC contracts and construction contract administration. Professional Experience • Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in real estate development, construction management, or engineering projects. • At least 7 years in senior management positions overseeing major construction or development projects. • Proven experience managing large-scale residential, commercial, retail, or mixed-use developments. • Strong experience in project budgeting, cost control, tendering, procurement, and contractor management. • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously from design to final handover. • Previous experience in Oman or the GCC construction and real estate development sector is strongly preferred.