Consultant - Tourism and Culture Advisory - Capital Projects & Consulting

We have a challenging opportunity opened up for the role in our Capital Projects & Construction practice.

• Design and implement target operating models for portfolio, program, engineering and project management functions.
• Define organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities to ensure clarity and alignment with strategic goals.
• Benchmark operating models against industry best practices and regional standards to deliver agile and efficient solutions.
• Develop supporting documentation, including SOPs, templates, and process maps, to enable seamless adoption.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder sessions to validate design and secure buy-in for implementation.

• Lead end-to-end process improvement initiatives across development and delivery functions.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred) to identify inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and enhance operational performance.
• Map and analyze current workflows, redesign processes for scalability, and implement continuous improvement frameworks.
• Develop standardized policies, procedures, and templates to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Monitor process performance through KPIs and dashboards, driving data-driven decision-making.

• Build strong relationships with government entities, and clients, demonstrating cultural awareness and market knowledge.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment on governance and operating model initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops, presentations, and strategic discussions to secure stakeholder buy-in and consensus.
• Prepare and deliver detailed reports, dashboards, and recommendations to executive committees and regulatory bodies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging insights into market dynamics and regulatory frameworks to guide decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in Real Estate, Tourism and Culture Sector in GRC, operating model design, and process improvement.
• Proven experience in Middle East region projects;
• Big four experience desirable.
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Black Belt is a plus) are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

• A good blend of creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems.
• High energy individual possessing excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Adept at preparing and presenting to senior audiences.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in times of high stress.
• Prior management and direct supervisory experience in a team environment required.
• Excellent time management skills. Must have ability to multi-task.
• Regular reading habits to stay abreast of new trends & developments and exhibit high level of confidentiality.
• Enjoys travelling and meeting new people. Flexibility to travel to, and work in, other locations is essential.

Abu Dhabi