Role Overview
Dubai Holding is seeking a visionary Director - Strategic Projects (B2B) to join our corporate office and spearhead our operational excellence and efficiency transformation. In this pivotal role, you will drive high-impact initiatives across key business functions, including Development, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Shared Services. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of strategic programmes, from identifying AI-enabled opportunities and developing compelling business cases to overseeing implementation and ensuring tangible value realisation. This position requires a strategic leader who can navigate complex environments, influence C-suite stakeholders, and champion data-informed decision-making. By aligning all transformation efforts with our commercial priorities and long-term vision, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of Dubai Holding. If you are a results-driven transformation expert with a passion for innovation and operational excellence, we invite you to apply.
Requirements
- Minimum of 12-15 years' experience in business transformation, strategic programme management, or management consulting.
- At least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity with proven team leadership skills.
- Demonstrable experience in real estate development, land bank management, infrastructure, or construction.
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale transformation programmes in complex, matrixed organizations.
- Expertise in full lifecycle programme management, from opportunity identification and business case development to value realisation.
- Strong capabilities in leading enterprise-wide diagnostic assessments and identifying high-impact use cases.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience influencing C-suite executives, boards, and external partners.
- Deep understanding of commercial and operational levers within project-based B2B environments.
Desirable
- Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) in a relevant field such as Real Estate, Strategy, or Data Analytics.
- Experience leading AI-enabled and data-driven transformation projects with measurable commercial outcomes.
- Proficiency with enterprise platforms such as Oracle Fusion, Salesforce, Palantir Foundry, or ArcGIS.
- Experience establishing performance excellence standards and conducting industry benchmarking.
- Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2) or change management.