Executive Director – Delivery
The Executive Director – Delivery will support the Chief Delivery Officer in leading the end-to-end delivery of the client’s major development and construction programs. This senior leadership role ensures that large-scale, complex assets are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the client’s schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
Acting as the CDO’s principal strategic partner, the Executive Director will manage cross-functional delivery teams, elevate contractor performance, embed robust contracting and risk frameworks, and uphold world-class project management standards.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Delivery Leadership
- Support the CDO in developing and executing the overall delivery strategy.
- Formulate contracting strategies, risk frameworks, and delivery methodologies.
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable and measurable delivery plans.
Program & Project Management Oversight
Oversee progress across all phases : design, procurement, mobilisation, construction, and handover.Ensure project milestones, budgets, and quality benchmarks are consistently met.Support integrated reporting systems, dashboards, and KPI frameworks.Contractor, Consultant & Stakeholder Management
Collaborate closely with delivery partners, EPCs, contractors, and consultants.Drive strong performance management and accountability.Support dispute resolution, commercial negotiations, and change management processes.Risk, Governance & Compliance
Identify, assess, and elevate key delivery risks, ensuring proper mitigation plans.Champion partnership-driven and risk-appropriate contracting approaches.Ensure full compliance with governance requirements, safety standards, and quality controls.Leadership & Team Development
Lead and mentor Delivery Managers, Project Directors, and technical teams.Foster a high-performance, delivery-focused culture.Serve as the CDO’s second-in-command across all delivery operations.Experience & Background Requirements
Professional Experience
15–20+ years of experience in construction delivery, engineering, real estate, or infrastructure.Proven leadership delivering large-scale mixed‑use, hospitality, residential, commercial, or giga‑project assets.Strong experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex program environments.Middle East / GCC experience strongly preferred.Technical Skills
Deep knowledge of program management, procurement, contracting strategies, and risk management.Strong understanding of governance frameworks, reporting structures, and project controls.Ability to resolve complex technical, contractual, and commercial challenges.Leadership & Personal Attributes
Collaborative, culturally aware, and relationship-driven.Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Ethical, disciplined, and solutions-oriented.Thrives in fast‑paced, dynamic, and evolving environments.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.Master’s degree (MBA preferred) is an advantage.Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS, AIPM, or equivalent are desirable.Key Success Measures
On‑time, on‑budget delivery of major assets.Improved contractor and consultant performance.Strengthened governance, reporting, and project controls.High‑performing delivery teams with strong retention.Reduced operational risks and escalations.Effective, proactive support to the CDO.Additional Information
Seniority level : ExecutiveEmployment type : Full‑timeJob function : Business Development and SalesIndustry : HospitalityLocation : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia#J-18808-Ljbffr
