Talent Acquisition Manager

Estithmar Holding is seeking a highly experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead and drive strategic recruitment initiatives across our large-scale construction and contracting portfolio in Qatar and the wider Middle East. This is a critical leadership role requiring deep industry expertise, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to deliver high-volume, complex hiring for mega projects. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute end-to-end talent acquisition strategies aligned with business growth and project timelines Lead recruitment efforts for mega construction projects, ensuring timely mobilization of technical and non-technical talent Partner closely with senior leadership, project directors, and HR teams to forecast workforce requirements and build hiring plans Manage high-volume and niche recruitment across engineering, project management, commercial, and site-based roles Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for critical positions across the Middle East Oversee and optimize the use of SAP (SuccessFactors or similar) for recruitment operations, reporting, and analytics Implement best practices in employer branding, sourcing strategies, and candidate experience Lead, mentor, and develop the internal talent acquisition team Ensure compliance with local labor laws, company policies, and governance standards Track, analyze, and report on recruitment KPIs to drive continuous improvement Requirements: Minimum 15+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with a strong focus on construction/contracting companies Demonstrated experience supporting mega construction or infrastructure projects across the Middle East Deep understanding of technical roles within construction (engineering, procurement, project execution, etc.) Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-disciplinary hiring campaigns Hands-on experience with SAP HR systems (SuccessFactors preferred) Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment with competing priorities Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) Based in Qatar or willing to relocate immediately Why Join Estithmar Holding? Be part of a high-impact organization delivering landmark projects across the region Work alongside industry-leading professionals in a dynamic environment Opportunity to shape and lead talent strategy at scale