Rail Sector Lead

The Rail Sector Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for driving Turner & Townsends growth and reputation in the rail sector across the Middle East. This Director-level position involves defining and executing the regional business strategy generating new business strengthening our market proposition and building high-performing teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.

The key objectives of the role include:

• Developing a regional rail strategy to secure new business and cross-selling opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Overseeing current rail commissions and ensuring performance excellence.
• Identifying and creating strategic alliances to expand market reach.
• Managing risk while maximizing commercial returns.
• Positioning Turner & Townsend as a trusted program partner in the marketplace.
• Influencing clients at board level through credibility and experience.
• Engaging with key decision-makers across clients regulators and government bodies.

Primary Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Shape and advance the rail service offering through a clear and compelling vision.
• Provide thought leadership at both national and regional levels.
• Analyze internal strengths and weaknesses across the global practice.
• Lead the development of the annual strategic plan for the regional rail sector.
• Plan and coordinate national industry conferences and events.

Business Development & Client Management

• Lead business development initiatives guiding field offices in executing targeted client capture plans.
• Act as capture lead or sponsor on key strategic pursuits.
• Establish and prioritize key accounts surveying the industry to identify growth areas.
• Develop winning pursuit strategies and review client solicitations.
• Promote Turner & Townsends brand through articles presentations and industry events.
• Track success through new opportunities identified and won.

Operational Management

• Oversee team structure including recruitment resource planning competency development and mentoring.
• Manage large-scale rail projects ensuring delivery on time on budget and to high-quality standards.
• Implement and monitor quality control processes to maintain excellence and build trust.
• Monitor financial performance providing reports and forecasts to senior management.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards regulations and best practices.

Leadership

• Lead and inspire the rail team providing a strong focus for the business.
• Build respect through experience track record and leadership qualities.
• Represent Turner & Townsend with clients fostering trust and confidence.
• Demonstrate hands-on leadership in delivery and quality assurance.
• Collaborate across teams on national and regional initiatives leveraging best practices.
• Lead national rail sector initiatives and working groups delivering outcomes on time and budget.
• Develop succession plans and nurture talent within the team.
• Contribute to business boards and maintain high visibility and impact.
• Build capability proactively and ambitiously.

Qualifications :

• Degree in Civil Engineering Transport Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP (Project Management) PE (Professional Engineer) CCP (Certified Cost Professional) or equivalents.
• Proven ability to build trust with clients and teams through transparency and reliability.
• Experience leading large diverse teams and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to implement growth strategies.
• Excellent communication negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Skilled in project planning resource allocation and milestone management.
• Extensive experience in rail infrastructure and tunnel construction project management.
• Proficient in project controls cost schedule and quality monitoring tools.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time