Khaled Ayoub
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Experienced development and construction professional with a proven track record in delivering complex projects from concept to completion. Skilled in managing all phases of the development lifecycle, including planning, execution, and handover, while ensuring alignment with quality, budget, and timelines. Adept at coordinating multidisciplinary teams, driving stakeholder engagement, and delivering innovative projects within dynamic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy project manager
Mered Developments
Dubai, UAE
2025.05 - Current
- Leading the end-to-end delivery of a flagship luxury residential and commercial development in Abu Dhabi, overseeing design, construction, project execution, and sales alignment.
- Responsible for strategic coordination across consultants, contractors, and executive stakeholders to ensure performance against quality, timeline, and budget objectives
- . Actively involved in developing and monitoring the project’s financial model, validating key assumptions, and ensuring alignment between financial performance, commercial strategy, and overall project delivery.
- Led the implementation of the first-ever floating sales office in Dubai, overseeing the project from concept through to completion.
Project manager
Anax Developments
Dubai, UAE
2024.01 - 2025.04
- Oversaw the seamless transition from design to construction, ensuring alignment with project objectives, schedule, and budget.
- Managed stakeholder coordination across contractors, designers, and authorities to maintain efficient communication and execution.
- Identified and mitigated project risks, ensuring timely delivery and smooth progress.
- Provided strategic insights and reporting to support informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and communication channels.
General manager
Authentic Facility Management
Dubai, UAE
2020.11 - 2024.01
- Led company strategy, business planning, and budgeting, ensuring alignment with financial targets and operational goals.
- Managed P&L, driving revenue growth, profitability, and effective financial performance.
- Built and led high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and service quality.
- Identified market opportunities and expanded the business through client relationship development.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships to support growth and strategic partnerships.
- Oversaw marketing and brand development, including digital strategies and lead generation.
- Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction through effective service delivery and team management.
Project Engineer
Drake & Scull International PJSC
Dubai, UAE
2015.01 - 2020.01
- Directed end-to-end project planning, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource management, ensuring alignment with quality and performance standards.
- Monitored critical path activities and project timelines, maintaining control over costs and overall financial performance.
- Led large-scale construction delivery, managing a workforce of 300+ personnel to achieve milestones on time and within budget.
- Drove client engagement through regular progress presentations, utilizing planning and cost control insights to support decision-making.
- Established and maintained effective communication frameworks across all stakeholders, ensuring transparency and seamless coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Birmingham
England 2007.08 - 2010.06
Bachelor of Engineering - Construction Project Management
University of Birmingham
England 2010.08 - 2011.06
Executive MBA - MBA
Hult International Business School
UAE 2018.09 - 2019.08
Skills
- Risk analysis methods
- Stakeholder management
- Project Management
- Project financial management
- Contracts management
Timeline
Deputy project manager
Mered Developments
2025.05 - Current
Project manager
Anax Developments
2024.01 - 2025.04
General manager
Authentic Facility Management
2020.11 - 2024.01
Executive MBA - MBA
Hult International Business School
2018.09 - 2019.08
Project Engineer
Drake & Scull International PJSC
2015.01 - 2020.01
Bachelor of Engineering - Construction Project Management
University of Birmingham
2010.08 - 2011.06
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Birmingham
2007.08 - 2010.06