Industry : Civil Construction (High-rise, Commercial, Residential, Mixed-use, Industrial, Hospitality)
Are you a visionary leader with a proven track record in delivering complex construction projects across the GCC? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and scale operations for a prominent player in the regions civil contracting industry.
As COO, you will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end project execution, operational strategy, resource planning, and cross-functional leadership to drive excellence, efficiency, and growth across multiple high-value developments.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead the operational and strategic delivery of large-scale civil construction projects
- Drive performance across engineering, planning, procurement, HSE, QA / QC and site operations
- Ensure adherence to project timelines, budget and quality standards
- Manage a diverse workforce and subcontractor ecosystem across multiple sites
- Optimize processes and implement best-in-class systems and controls
- Collaborate closely with the executive leadership team on business strategy, project pipeline, and client relations
What Were Looking For :
20+ years of progressive experience in the civil construction sector (not infrastructure)Strong regional exposure with a solid understanding of GCC construction market dynamicsBackground with leading Tier 1 contractors known for complex, high-value building projectsProven leadership in operational scale-up and delivery of major developmentsExceptional stakeholder management, team leadership, and P&L acumenThis is a rare opportunity to shape the operational future of one of the GCCs most respected construction businesses.