Project Director

Job Title – Project Director

About Fibrex Construction Group

Fibrex Construction Group is a well-established UAE-based construction and engineering group with roots dating back to 1972. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Fibrex has developed into a major turnkey construction group serving projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.

With around 12,000 experienced personnel, Fibrex provides comprehensive construction solutions covering the complete project lifecycle, from planning and design through engineering, construction and final delivery. The company undertakes Design & Build, Traditional and Turnkey forms of contracting and has successfully delivered projects ranging from approximately AED 500 million to AED 3.5 billion.

Fibrex operates through a diverse range of contracting and specialist divisions, including Main Contracting, MEP, Infrastructure, Facades, Fit-Out, Waterproofing, Composites, Aluminium & Glazing, Joinery and Precast Building Components. This integrated structure allows the company to provide clients with a wide range of construction services and in-house manufacturing capabilities.

The company has experience across several major sectors, including residential, hospitality, healthcare, infrastructure, education, airports, commercial, retail and sustainable buildings. Its portfolio includes major and prestigious developments across the UAE and the Middle East.

A key strength of Fibrex is its combination of in-house engineering, technical expertise, manufacturing facilities, specialist contracting capabilities and plant and equipment resources. This integrated approach enables the company to develop value-engineered solutions while maintaining control over quality, programme and cost.

Fibrex places strong emphasis on Safety, Quality and Performance, with health and safety identified as a core priority across its operations. The company also maintains certified management systems covering quality, environmental management and occupational health and safety.

Through decades of experience, technical expertise and a diversified range of specialist divisions, Fibrex Construction Group continues to contribute to major construction and infrastructure developments across the UAE, GCC and international markets.

Job Description – Project Director

Job Summary

The Project Director provides overall strategic leadership and direction for major construction projects, ensuring successful delivery in terms of quality, cost, schedule, and client satisfaction. The role oversees senior project teams and holds ultimate accountability for project performance and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for assigned projects.
• Oversee project managers and department heads to ensure coordinated delivery.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Manage relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Review and approve project plans, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor overall project risk and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Chair senior project review meetings and report to executive management.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.
• Support business development and client relationship building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Extensive senior-level experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in the UAE construction sector.

Required Skills

• Strategic leadership
• Stakeholder management
• Risk management
• Contract management
• Decision-making under pressure
• Time management
• Leadership and teamwork
• Communication and coordination
• Technical report writing

Technical Skills

• Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Project management information systems (PMIS)

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to build and lead effective teams.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Projects/functions delivered on time and within budget.
• Effective resource planning and utilization.
• Strong team performance and retention.
• Compliance with company policies and standards.
• Client and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

To Apply forward your Resume / CV to mbritania@fibrex.ae