REGIONAL HEAD

Regional Head - (Middle East)

Location: Dubai, UAE or Riyadh, KSA

Industry: Engineering Consulting Services

Reports to: Chief Officer- Business Area – Middle East & Asia based in India

Who we are:

Tractebel is a global engineering and consulting company with a mission to engineer a carbon-neutral future by

providing first-class engineering and consulting services for Nuclear, Energy, Water and Infrastructure projects.

Backed by more than 150 years of experience, today Tractebel is a community of over 5,500 passionate experts

around the globe, committed to ethical business and the fight against climate change. Tractebel is part of the

ENGIE Group, a global reference in low-carbon energy and services.

Our priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a

positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset:

You! Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that

drive performance and innovation!

Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here!

Your mission:

Based in Dubai or Riyadh and leading a growing team of 300+ employees in Middle East region, you will be

responsible for steering the business towards sustainable growth and operational excellence, with P&L

accountability of the region (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait). The role requires a strategic leader who can

leverage local market knowledge while driving business performance to meet the company’s ambitious growth

targets in the region.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the regional strategy, aligned with the company’s global
  
  

vision, to drive growth across Middle East markets in the Energy, Desalination, and Infrastructure

sectors.

• Operational Management: Oversee regional operations, ensuring efficient project delivery, resource
  
  

optimization, and adherence to best practices.

• Business Development & Client Relationships: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key
  
  

stakeholders, including government agencies, private clients, banks and industry partners, to secure

high-value projects and long-term contracts.

• Financial Management: Drive profitability by ensuring efficient project performance, effective cost
  
  

management, pricing strategies, and operational efficiencies. Lead the P&L for the region, focusing on

improving margins, managing budgets, and achieving financial targets.

• Growth & Expansion: Identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities, expanding the company into
  
  

new sectors within the region.

• Team Leadership & Development: Develop & mentor, a high-performing leadership team across the
  
  

region, fostering a collaborative culture focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and company
  
  

policies in each operating country, identifying and mitigating risks associated with market expansion and

project execution.

Your Qualification And Experience

• A technical university degree.
• 18+ years of professional experience in engineering / consulting services, out of which, at least 5 years
  
  

of having worked in the Middle East region.

• Expertise in the Energy sector. Experience in Infrastructure or Desalination sector will be an added
  
  

advantage.

• In-depth knowledge of the Middle East markets, including regulatory frameworks, business environment,
  
  

and cultural dynamics.

• A proven track record in financial management and operational efficiency, including driving profitability
  
  

and managing P&L.

• A customer-centric approach, with a focus on building strategic relationships and securing key contracts.
  
  

Your Attributes

• Strategic Thinker: You’re able to see the bigger picture, developing and executing long-term strategies
  
  

for success.

• Results-Oriented: With strong business acumen, you focus on measurable growth and achieving
  
  

profitability targets.

• Influential Leader: You excel in communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage and influence a
  
  

wide range of stakeholders.

• Adaptable and Agile: You thrive in a dynamic, rapidly evolving market and proactively approach
  
  

challenges with flexibility.

• Collaborative Partner: You promote a team-oriented culture, working effectively with cross-functional
  
  

teams and building strong internal and external relationships.

What We Offer

• It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an
  
  

environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. Management actively

supports the development of its people.

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
  
  

As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world

knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.