HIRING: PROJECT DIRECTOR – CIVIL | RAIL DEPOTS &
TERMINALS
We are seeking an experienced Project Director with a
Civil Engineering background to lead the construction and delivery of depot
and terminal facilities for a major high-speed rail project in the UAE.
The role requires proven main-contractor leadership,
with accountability for construction execution, commercial performance,
programme, quality, safety and handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead
delivery from design coordination and mobilisation through construction,
commissioning support and final handover.
- Direct
civil, structural and building works, including depot workshops,
maintenance facilities, operational buildings, yards, utilities and
external infrastructure.
- Manage
project budgets, cash flow, procurement, subcontractors, resources and
construction milestones.
- Coordinate
civil interfaces with track, MEP, rail systems, depot equipment and
operational requirements.
- Lead
client, consultant, JV partner and authority coordination, ensuring timely
approvals and resolution of delivery issues.
- Oversee
contractual obligations, variations, claims, risk mitigation and recovery
programmes.
- Drive
HSE, quality and team performance across all construction activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s
degree in Civil Engineering.
- Typically 20+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years as
Project Director or equivalent on major rail or infrastructure
projects.
- Demonstrated
delivery of rail depots, maintenance workshops or rail terminal
facilities.
- Strong main-contractor experience, with direct responsibility for budgets,
subcontractors and site execution.
- Proven
knowledge of civil/structural works, building construction and interfaces
with railway systems.
- Strong
contract administration, commercial management and stakeholder leadership
skills.
- UAE/GCC
experience preferred; high-speed rail experience is an advantage.
- PMP or
equivalent project management certification preferred.
To Apply
Submit your updated CV, current location, current and
expected salary, and notice period. Include a brief summary of depot/terminal
projects delivered, contract values, your responsibilities and completion
status.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 20+ years of construction experience
- 5+ years as a Project Director or equivalent on major rail or infrastructure projects
- Experience delivering rail depots, maintenance workshops, or rail terminal facilities
- Main-contractor experience with responsibility for budgets, subcontractors, and site execution
- Knowledge of civil and structural works, building construction, and railway-system interfaces
- Contract administration, commercial management, and stakeholder leadership skills
- UAE or GCC experience
- High-speed rail experience
- PMP or equivalent project management certification
What We Do
TalentOne is a UAE-based recruitment and staffing partner and a PureHealth asset. It connects skilled professionals with businesses and provides customized workforce solutions, including recruiting, payroll and administrative support, medical licensing, PRO services, and call-center/customer-service staffing. The company uses technology, AI, data analysis, and industry knowledge to make hiring efficient while helping employers build teams and candidates advance their careers.
