Associate Director

Description:

Exciting Opportunity in the Dubai, UAE – Associate Director (Intelligent Transport Systems)

A renowned consultancy company is seeking a seasoned professional to join their Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) Consultancy business in the UAE. This is a niche leadership role for individuals with the technical expertise and entrepreneurial mindset to drive growth and innovation in the ITS domain.

Position: Associate Director (Reporting to the Business Unit Director)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development:

• Generate leads and pursue opportunities across UAE & KSA.
• Build and leverage networks to form strategic partnerships.
• Drive the proposal process, including strategy, bid preparation, and final approval.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage ongoing and future ITS projects.
• Ensure quality, risk, and stakeholder management across deliverables.
• Oversee contract scope, schedules, and deadlines.

Team Management:

• Allocate resources and prioritize project activities.
• Drive team building and align with corporate culture.
• Plan for new hires and train team members technically.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil or Electronics & Communications).
• Master’s Degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in ITS design, master plans, parking systems, traffic control centers, and technology advisory.
• Familiarity with UAE authorities (ITC approval preferred) or equivalent experience with relevant bodies globally.

Technical Expertise (Preferred):

• Extensive experience in ITS design, pre-design, and deployment of technologies such as CCTV, VMS, Traffic Control Systems, and Parking Management Systems.
• Hands-on involvement in ITS policies, manuals, feasibility studies, design stages, and tendering processes.
• Knowledge of alternative mobility solutions (EV, SDT) and multi-modal platforms.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of intelligent transport systems and ready to take on this leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!