Chief of Staff
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and strategically-minded Chief of Staff with a background in construction or civil engineering to support our senior leadership team in streamlining operations driving strategic initiatives and ensuring cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills leadership presence and prior experience within the UAE construction sector.
Key Responsibilities:
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Work closely with the CEO/Managing Director to manage high-level initiatives daily operations and special projects
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Oversee and coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering project management procurement and operations
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Act as a strategic advisor to the leadership teamensuring smooth communication and execution of priorities
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Prepare high-impact presentations reports and briefs for internal and external stakeholders
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Analyze data from project sites budgets and operations to inform business decisions
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Monitor project KPIs and ensure alignment with business goals and timelines
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Identify bottlenecks and propose process improvements for efficient execution
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Manage and track progress on key strategic initiatives
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Represent the leadership team in meetings follow up on action items and ensure timely completion
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Facilitate effective communication between departments and senior leadership
Requirements:
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Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field
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Minimum 4 years of experience in a construction or civil engineering company in the UAE
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Proven experience in project coordination executive support or strategic planning roles
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Strong understanding of UAE construction regulations compliance and local market dynamics
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Excellent organizational and leadership skills
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
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Proficiency in MS Office project management tools (e.g. MS Project Primavera) and reporting software
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UAE driving license is a plus
Preferred Attributes:
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic construction environment
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Strategic thinker with a hands-on solution-oriented mindset
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Confident proactive and capable of handling confidential and high-level matters
Employment Type
Full Time
