Director of Infrastructure Operations
KBR, Inc.
Date: 13 hours ago
City: Al Khobar
Contract type: Full time
Title
Director of Infrastructure Operations
Job Title: Director of Infrastructure
Location: UAE / KSA (with travel as required)
Reports To: Director of Projects – International
Business Unit: Integrated Solutions International
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Position Summary
KBR is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Infrastructure to lead and grow our portfolio of infrastructure projects across the Middle East. With a primary focus on Program Management Office (PMO) and Project Management Consultancy (PMC) in the UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This role will be pivotal in driving operational excellence, ensuring governance, and expanding our market presence.
Experience in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is a plus, reflecting our broader strategic ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 15 years of experience in infrastructure project delivery, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record managing large-scale PMO/PMC infrastructure programs in the Middle East, preferably in KSA and / or UAE.
Familiarity with APAC infrastructure markets is advantageous.
Strong commercial acumen and experience with contract negotiation and stakeholder management.
PMP, RICS, or equivalent professional certification is desirable.
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Vision
Leadership & Team Development
Client Relationship Management
Risk & Financial Management
Cross-Cultural Communication
New Business Development & Market Expansion
R2108462
Director of Infrastructure Operations
Job Title: Director of Infrastructure
Location: UAE / KSA (with travel as required)
Reports To: Director of Projects – International
Business Unit: Integrated Solutions International
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Position Summary
KBR is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Infrastructure to lead and grow our portfolio of infrastructure projects across the Middle East. With a primary focus on Program Management Office (PMO) and Project Management Consultancy (PMC) in the UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This role will be pivotal in driving operational excellence, ensuring governance, and expanding our market presence.
Experience in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is a plus, reflecting our broader strategic ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Portfolio Leadership: Oversee the successful delivery and governance of a diverse portfolio of PMO/PMC infrastructure projects; accountable for results to the relevant regional operations director.
- Strategic Growth: Work with KBR’s business development team to identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic alliances to expand KBR’s infrastructure footprint in the Middle East and potentially APAC.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key government and private sector clients, ensuring alignment with their strategic infrastructure goals.
- Operational Excellence: Implement best-in-class project controls, risk management, and quality assurance frameworks across all programs.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project directors, managers, and technical experts.
- OneKBR Solutions: Develop relationships across the wider KBR to support pursuit and securing broader work scopes leveraging multiple KBR business units.
- Regional Insight: Provide thought leadership on infrastructure trends, regulatory environments, and market dynamics in the Middle East and APAC.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure all projects comply with local laws, KBR policies, and international standards.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 15 years of experience in infrastructure project delivery, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record managing large-scale PMO/PMC infrastructure programs in the Middle East, preferably in KSA and / or UAE.
Familiarity with APAC infrastructure markets is advantageous.
Strong commercial acumen and experience with contract negotiation and stakeholder management.
PMP, RICS, or equivalent professional certification is desirable.
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Vision
Leadership & Team Development
Client Relationship Management
Risk & Financial Management
Cross-Cultural Communication
New Business Development & Market Expansion
R2108462
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