General Manager - Civil Contracting

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. • 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.). 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. 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. 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. • 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.