General Manager – Building Construction Jobs | Dubai

Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates & Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Job Category - Construction & Real Estate - Engineering & Technical - Operations & Supply Chain Job Overview A Tier One main contractor is seeking an experienced General Manager – Building Construction to lead the successful delivery of major building, mixed-use development, and commercial tower projects across Dubai and Riyadh. This senior leadership opportunity is designed for accomplished construction professionals with extensive experience managing large-scale civil building projects within leading contracting organizations. The successful candidate will oversee strategic project execution, operational excellence, stakeholder management, and high-performing construction teams. This role offers exceptional career growth for senior construction leaders seeking to contribute to landmark developments while supporting organizational expansion across the GCC. Candidates will have opportunities for continued professional development, executive leadership exposure, and participation in complex, high-value construction projects. Key Responsibilities - Lead the delivery of major building, mixed-use, and commercial tower construction projects. - Develop and execute strategic operational plans to achieve project objectives. - Manage project directors, operations teams, and senior construction professionals. - Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards. - Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across multiple projects. - Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders. - Monitor project performance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. - Provide executive leadership across construction operations in Dubai and Riyadh. - Support business growth through effective project delivery and operational excellence. - Mentor and develop senior project management teams. Requirements & Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline. - Minimum 20+ years of experience in the building construction industry. - Proven track record delivering large-scale civil building projects with Tier One or leading contractors. - Experience leading complex commercial, mixed-use, and high-rise building developments. - Strong leadership, project management, negotiation, and communication skills. - Ability to travel and work across Dubai and Riyadh. - Available to join within 2 months. - Native English speakers are preferred; strong Arabic-speaking candidates are also encouraged to apply. Preferred Professional Background - General Manager - Senior Project Director - Operations Director - Operations Manager - Chief Operating Officer (COO) Salary, Benefits & Career Growth Salary - Salary: Up to AED/SAR 100,000 per month (depending on experience) Benefits - Opportunity to work with a Tier One main contractor. - Exposure to prestigious commercial tower and mixed-use developments. - Cross-border leadership experience across Dubai and Riyadh. - Collaborative executive leadership environment. Career Growth - Executive leadership role with significant organizational impact. - Opportunities to lead landmark construction developments across the GCC. - Long-term career progression into regional executive and strategic leadership positions. - Continuous professional development through large-scale, high-value construction projects.

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