Head of Special Projects

eMagine Solutions is retained on a confidential search for a Head of Projects to lead the end-to-end delivery of a brand-new manufacturing facility in the UAE.This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised European technology manufacturer with a long-standing reputation across healthcare technology, consumer electronics and industrial innovation.The role You will be the senior project lead responsible for taking a greenfield facility from concept through approvals, build, commissioning and handover. This is a hands-on leadership role with heavy stakeholder management and a strong external-facing element across freezone and government authorities.Key responsibilitiesOwn the full programme delivery for a new manufacturing facility: scope, budget, timeline, governance and reportingLead all regulatory and permitting activity, including liaison with:Freezone authorityRelevant government bodies and regulatorsCivil Defence, HSE and inspectionsUtilities, licensing and operational permits (as required)Manage consultants, contractors and vendors across design, construction and fit-out phasesDrive project controls: risk management, change control, dependencies, milestones and escalationEnsure compliance, quality and safety standards are built in from day oneLead commissioning, readiness and handover to operations, ensuring documentation and approvals are completeWhat we’re looking forProven experience leading greenfield industrial/manufacturing projects in the UAE or wider GCCStrong track record navigating UAE authority approvals, freezones, permitting and inspectionsConfident senior stakeholder manager who can work with regional leadership and global HQ teamsStrong technical understanding of construction/project delivery for manufacturing environmentsExperience in regulated manufacturing environments (medical devices, electronics, industrial, FMCG) is a strong advantageWhy this opportunityHigh visibility and real ownership: you will be the person accountable for deliveryA flagship UAE build for a world-class brand, with long-term growth potentialA role that rewards structure, pace and precision, not politicsDuring the screening we will want to ascertainSimilar facilities you’ve delivered (size/value/timeline)Which UAE freezones/authorities you’ve worked with and what approvals you’ve ledNotice period and compensation expectationseMagine Solutions – Confidential Search Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full details.Head of Projects, Project Director, Greenfield, Manufacturing Facility, Factory Setup, New Site Launch, Industrial Projects, CapEx Projects, EPC, PMC, Construction Management, Fit-Out, Commissioning, Handover, Operational Readiness, Permitting, Regulatory Approvals, UAE, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Freezone, Government Liaison, Civil Defence, HSE, Compliance, Utilities, Licensing, Stakeholder Management, Contractors, Consultants