Project Director

Posted today by NSR Associates

Location:
United Arab Emirates
Salary/Rate:
£156,000 - £215,000/annum Tax Free + Benefits Listed

This is a senior Project Director / Project Manager (No.1 on site) role for a large-scale data center project in Dubai, with construction due to start in August 2026.

Our client is emphasizing that this is not a general construction leadership role. They want someone who has:

  • Delivered data center projects from start to finish.
  • Previously acted as the No.1 site leader (overall project lead)

You must have a STRONG understanding of:

  • Construction logistics
  • Commissioning and handover
  • Project programming/scheduling
  • CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) works
  • MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) systems

You must have:

  • Experience working for a main contractor or PMC on major data center developments.
  • The ability to manage client relationships, risk, programme, and project teams.
  • A stable career history, with minimal career moves 

Mandatory criteria Before applying, you should be able to demonstrate:

✅ Major data center delivery experience from inception to completion
✅ Previous No.1 project leadership experience
✅ Construction-related technical/educational background
✅ Strong client-facing and leadership skills
✅ Availability to start before mid-August 2026
✅ Clear evidence of data center success on your CV - Permanent Employment 
Package

  • AED 65,000–90,000 per month
  • Family status package
  • Visas
  • Medical insurance
  • End-of-service gratuity
  • Business expenses covered
  • Performance bonus structure
  • Career progression opportunities

If this position is of interest & keen on a confidential discussion, please send an updated CV in word format including project experience, scopes and project values to Tim 


Either Tim or one of the team will coordinate a confidential discussion at a time to suit. 

Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
03.06.26
Contract Length:
Permanent
Job Reference:
1058157
Job ID:
225198654
Applications:
Less than 10

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