<p>We are seeking an experienced and visionary Project Director to lead a Rail project iin Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of a large-scale, complex infrastructure project from conception through completion. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional project management expertise, decisive leadership, and the ability to navigate multifaceted stakeholder environments while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.</p><ul><li>Direct and oversee all phases of the  project, including planning, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines</li><li>Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets, financial forecasts, and cost control measures to ensure fiscal responsibility and value optimization</li><li>Establish and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, contractors, and key stakeholders to facilitate project approvals and smooth execution</li><li>Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse project team, including engineers, planners, and administrative staff, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks through proactive analysis and implementation of contingency strategies</li><li>Monitor project progress against established schedules and key performance indicators, implementing corrective actions as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable UAE regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements throughout project execution</li><li>Prepare and present detailed project reports, status updates, and recommendations to senior leadership and board members</li><li>Manage contract negotiations, procurement processes, and vendor relationships to optimize project delivery and resource allocation</li><li>Champion innovation and best practices in project delivery methodologies and infrastructure development</li></ul>

<p>AECOM is the world&rsquo;s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle &ndash; from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.</p>

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