Construction Director - Highways, Bridges and Tunnel Infrastructure Dubai

Parsons

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Construction Director - Highways, Bridges and Tunnel Infrastructure DubaiRole Summary
Parsons Corporation is hiring a Construction Director to lead major infrastructure projects across Dubai, including highways, bridges, and tunnels. This is a high-level leadership role ideal for senior professionals with proven experience managing large-scale civil engineering works in the Gulf region. The position offers the opportunity to shape Dubai's future mobility while working with one of the most respected engineering firms in the world.Employment Overview
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Construction / Skilled Trades
Salary: 45000-50000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: UAE preferred
Job Type: Full TimePosition Overview
As Construction Director, you will oversee end-to-end delivery of complex public infrastructure projects. This includes team leadership, strategic planning, client liaison, contractor coordination, and project control. Your portfolio will span roads, interchanges, bridges, tunnels, and related structures. The role requires advanced knowledge of construction supervision practices, client management, and technical issue resolution in a high-risk, high-reward environment.Core Duties
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver infrastructure projects to global standards
  • Set project strategies, oversee implementation, and ensure timely delivery
  • Direct the work of Project Directors, Senior Resident Engineers, and Construction Managers
  • Allocate manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Ensure milestones are met and recommend resolutions for delays or changes in scope
  • Establish and enforce project-specific policies, QA/QC protocols, and HSE standards
  • Represent Parsons in all construction-related dealings with clients, subcontractors, and authorities
  • Prepare executive-level progress reports and lead stakeholder briefings
  • Champion safety culture and innovation in project execution
  • Support bid preparation for future infrastructure supervision and PMC projects
Candidate Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related construction discipline
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure projects (highways, bridges, tunnels)
  • Proven track record in managing complex construction programs in the GCC region
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Experience dealing with governmental agencies, consultants, and contractors
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple ongoing projects
Preferred Skills
  • Deep understanding of infrastructure project risk, scope management, and mitigation strategies
  • Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships to enhance project delivery
  • Skilled in motivating large technical teams and fostering accountability
  • Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus
Life at Parsons
  • Direct some of the most ambitious infrastructure transformations in Dubai
  • Collaborate with global experts on impactful engineering solutions
  • Build legacy civil works in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment
About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global leader in engineering, construction, and project management, with a strong presence across the GCC. In Dubai, Parsons is behind many landmark infrastructure projects, delivering excellence in transit, highways, bridges, tunnels, and urban systems. With a culture rooted in innovation, quality, and safety, Parsons offers long-term growth for professionals ready to lead the region's development.GCC employer free job posting portal - attract top-tier engineering leaders with no upfront cost and streamline your recruitment across UAE and Gulf markets.Job Title Construction Director - Highways, Bridges and Tunnel Infrastructure Dubai
Job Description Construction Director - Highways, Bridges and Tunnel Infrastructure DubaiRole Summary
Parsons Corporation is hiring a Construction Director to lead major infrastructure projects across Dubai, including highways, bridges, and tunnels. This is a high-level leadership role ideal for senior professionals with proven experience managing large-scale civil engineering works in the Gulf region. The position offers the opportunity to shape Dubai's future mobility while working with one of the most respected engineering firms in the world.Employment Overview
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Construction / Skilled Trades
Salary: 45000-50000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: UAE preferred
Job Type: Full TimePosition Overview
As Construction Director, you will oversee end-to-end delivery of complex public infrastructure projects. This includes team leadership, strategic planning, client liaison, contractor coordination, and project control. Your portfolio will span roads, interchanges, bridges, tunnels, and related structures. The role requires advanced knowledge of construction supervision practices, client management, and technical issue resolution in a high-risk, high-reward environment.Core Duties
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver infrastructure projects to global standards
  • Set project strategies, oversee implementation, and ensure timely delivery
  • Direct the work of Project Directors, Senior Resident Engineers, and Construction Managers
  • Allocate manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Ensure milestones are met and recommend resolutions for delays or changes in scope
  • Establish and enforce project-specific policies, QA/QC protocols, and HSE standards
  • Represent Parsons in all construction-related dealings with clients, subcontractors, and authorities
  • Prepare executive-level progress reports and lead stakeholder briefings
  • Champion safety culture and innovation in project execution
  • Support bid preparation for future infrastructure supervision and PMC projects
Candidate Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related construction discipline
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure projects (highways, bridges, tunnels)
  • Proven track record in managing complex construction programs in the GCC region
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Experience dealing with governmental agencies, consultants, and contractors
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple ongoing projects
Preferred Skills
  • Deep understanding of infrastructure project risk, scope management, and mitigation strategies
  • Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships to enhance project delivery
  • Skilled in motivating large technical teams and fostering accountability
  • Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus
Life at Parsons
  • Direct some of the most ambitious infrastructure transformations in Dubai
  • Collaborate with global experts on impactful engineering solutions
  • Build legacy civil works in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment
About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global leader in engineering, construction, and project management, with a strong presence across the GCC. In Dubai, Parsons is behind many landmark infrastructure projects, delivering excellence in transit, highways, bridges, tunnels, and urban systems. With a culture rooted in innovation, quality, and safety, Parsons offers long-term growth for professionals ready to lead the region's development.GCC employer free job posting portal - attract top-tier engineering leaders with no upfront cost and streamline your recruitment across UAE and Gulf markets.
Post DetailsJob Start Date
Salary from 45000.00
Salary to 50000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -Location City DubaiDesired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
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