EOI - Project Director

SJ Group


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
EOI – Project Director | Infrastructure & Building & Cities | Abu Dhabi

About SJ

Surbana Jurong Group is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 across Surbana Jurong and its member companies, including AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, and SMEC, with more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers, and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

About The Role

Surbana Jurong is inviting Expressions of Interest for future opportunities as Project Director based in Kuwait. This senior leadership role will oversee large-scale projects in Buildings & Cities and Infrastructure sectors across the Kingdom.

You will lead high impact developments from design to execution, managing multidisciplinary teams, commercial outcomes, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Requirements

  • 18+ years of experience in large-scale building/infrastructure projects
  • Degree in Civil Engineering / Architecture (Master’s preferred)
  • Proven experience in project leadership in Saudi Arabia or the GCC regulatory framework
  • Experience in the Saudi Arabia market is highly valued
  • Strong leadership in project governance
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred
  • Strong client/stakeholder engagement, commercial negotiation, and team leadership skills.


Why Join Us?

At SJ Group, we believe in the power of teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth. By joining us, you become part of a global network dedicated to solving complex engineering challenges with creativity and collaboration. Your ideas and expertise will be valued, and your career supported every step of the way.

Please Note

  • Our internal team manages all recruitment activities.
  • This role does not require agency support.
  • Please do not send unsolicited resumes to any SJ employee or manager.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • We welcome direct applications from qualified professionals.


At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

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