Project Development Director

Job Description : PROJECT DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Responsibilities: · Oversee all construction projects from beginning to delivery · Oversee all aspects of the building process · Manage the complete project execution process · Liaise with the client and consultant · Prepare and monitor monthly progress reports and cost reports. · Resourceful and able to work independently with great initiative and high level of integrity, confidentially and commitment. · Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in developing and overseeing Residential Project. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. · Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. · Strong working knowledge of FIDIC, CAD & Microsoft Office. · Preferably Directors specializing in Construction/Property Development or equivalent. · Collaborating with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project · Negotiating contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements · Able to handle and get approvals for permits and licenses from appropriate authorities. · Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations · Plan and oversee all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met. · Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies · Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities · Supervise and manage the entire projects team and give them guidance when needed · Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports · Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues. · Coordinate and manage Dubai Land Department activities for Escrow account management. · Management of Trust Account System. · Coordinate and Should be familiar with Authority procedures DCD / DM / DEWA / RTA. Skills & Competencies of the candidates that we are looking for: · Financial Planning and Strategy · Artistic innovation · Conflict management · Negotiation skills · Leadership · Deadline management · Project Management · Team management · Strong planning and analytical skills Qualifications & Experience: · Proven experience as a Development Director with leading developers in UAE. · In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles · Familiarity with quality, health and safety standards · Good knowledge of MS Office, CAD, and RERA portals. · Familiarity with construction/ project management software · Outstanding communication and negotiation skills · Excellent organizational and time-management skills · A team player with leadership abilities · BSc/BA and Master’s in engineering, building science, or relevant field. · PMP or equivalent certification will be an advantage · 15 years of experience in the construction industry in both interiors and civil works. · Experience in handling of all site operations, complete knowledge of design/build/construction and should have managed large commercial & Residential value projects independently / with sub contactors.

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