Head of Projects & Facilities, Al-Futtaim Health, Dubai Festival City, Dubai

Job Requisition ID: 181874 

About Al-Futtaim
Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the Group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations.

At HealthHub Clinics by Al-Futtaim Health, we are transforming healthcare through innovation, accessibility, and exceptional patient experiences.

Operating a growing network of healthcare facilities across Dubai, HealthHub combines advanced diagnostics, world-class clinical expertise, and modern healthcare infrastructure to deliver high-quality care to our communities.

As part of our continued growth and expansion strategy, we are seeking an experienced Head of Projects & Facilities to lead healthcare development projects, facilities operations, biomedical engineering, and infrastructure management across our portfolio of healthcare facilities and future healthcare developments.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director - Healthcare, the Head of Projects & Facilities will be responsible for leading the planning, design, delivery, commissioning, and operational management of healthcare facilities across the Al-Futtaim Health portfolio.

This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for healthcare construction projects, facility expansions, hospital developments, healthcare regulatory approvals, biomedical engineering, facilities maintenance, and operational readiness.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering healthcare infrastructure projects within hospitals, medical centres, ambulatory care facilities, or healthcare groups and will play a key role in supporting Al-Futtaim Health's future expansion plans.

Key Responsibilities

Healthcare Projects & Development

Lead healthcare projects from inception through to completion, including feasibility studies, budgeting, development planning, programming, and project delivery.
Manage healthcare design development, consultant appointments, design coordination, and project execution.
Lead construction procurement processes, including tender evaluation, contractor selection, negotiation, and award recommendations.
Oversee construction delivery through regular site inspections, progress reviews, programme monitoring, risk management, budget control, and stakeholder engagement.
Manage project risks, variations, delays, commercial exposures, and mitigation strategies.
Lead testing, commissioning, authority inspections, completion certification, snagging, and operational handover activities.
Support future healthcare developments, hospital projects, clinic expansions, and new healthcare investments.
Regulatory Approvals & Healthcare Compliance
Oversee statutory approvals through consultants and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with DHA Health Facility Guidelines (DHA-HFG), Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, and all applicable healthcare regulations.
Maintain readiness for inspections, audits, certifications, and authority approvals.
Ensure all healthcare facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with regulatory standards.

Facilities & Engineering Leadership

Lead facilities operations across HealthHub's network of healthcare facilities.
Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance programmes covering MEP, civil works, infrastructure, and building systems.
Ensure optimum performance of critical healthcare infrastructure including HVAC, electrical systems, fire and life safety systems, medical gases, and building services.
Manage facilities service providers, FM contractors, and maintenance contracts to ensure service excellence and compliance.
Biomedical Engineering & Medical Equipment
Lead the Biomedical Engineering function across the healthcare portfolio.
Oversee medical equipment procurement, installation, maintenance, calibration, lifecycle planning, and compliance.
Manage operational readiness requirements relating to biomedical equipment and specialist healthcare systems.
Coordinate the delivery of client-supplied equipment including medical equipment, IT systems, CCTV, security systems, furniture, and specialist healthcare infrastructure.

Stakeholder & Team Management

Build effective relationships with contractors, consultants, government authorities, landlords, and internal stakeholders.
Work closely with AFGRE Development, Design, Commercial, and Delivery teams on major healthcare developments and hospital projects.
Lead and develop a team of Biomedical Engineers, MEP Technicians, contractors, and specialist service providers.
Provide executive leadership reporting on projects, facilities performance, compliance, risks, and budgets.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of experience within healthcare project management, healthcare infrastructure, facilities management, hospital development, or healthcare construction.
Proven experience delivering healthcare construction, fit-out, refurbishment, commissioning, or operational readiness projects.
Strong understanding of healthcare facility design, regulatory approvals, and construction delivery.
Demonstrated experience managing facilities operations within hospitals, healthcare groups, medical centres, or multi-site healthcare environments.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
Strong commercial, budgeting, negotiation, and project delivery capabilities.
UAE driving licence preferred.
Hospital development or hospital commissioning experience.
Experience working with major healthcare operators, hospital groups, developers, or healthcare consultancies.
Knowledge of DHA Health Facility Guidelines (DHA-HFG).
PMP, PRINCE2, IFMA, CFM, or equivalent professional certification.

Why Join HealthHub?

Lead major healthcare infrastructure and development projects across Al-Futtaim Health.
Play a pivotal role in future hospital and healthcare expansion initiatives.
Work directly with senior leadership on strategic healthcare developments.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Five-day working week.
Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
Be part of one of the UAE's most respected healthcare providers and the wider Al-Futtaim Group.

About Al-Futtaim Health

Al-Futtaim Health is the healthcare division of the Al-Futtaim Group, delivering integrated, community-based healthcare across the UAE. Through its HealthHub network, Al-Futtaim Health operates more than 12 clinics across Dubai, supported by a Day Surgery Centre, Al-Futtaim Health Labs, pharmacy, home healthcare, and digital health services.

With more than 25 medical specialties and a multidisciplinary team of over 150 specialist physicians and healthcare professionals, Al-Futtaim Health is committed to delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare while advancing innovation, preventive care, and clinical excellence.

As part of the Al-Futtaim Group, with a legacy spanning more than 90 years, Al-Futtaim Health offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career within one of the region's most respected and diversified businesses. Our people are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve.