What Does It Take To Build In Dubai Today: Hear From Shadi Kuzam

What really happens behind the scenes when a building or villa is being constructed in a changing market? In this episode of Construction Pulse, our CEO Jatin Deepchandani sits down with Shadi Kuzam, CEO of Gulf Modern Contracting (GMC), to explore the realities of construction from a contractor’s perspective.

From project delays and material shortages to quality, developer relationships and the growing trend of in-house construction teams, the conversation offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities shaping Dubai’s construction sector.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why collaboration between developers, contractors and suppliers is critical
• Managing project delays without compromising quality
• How contractors assess developers and decide which projects to take on
• The rise of in-house construction teams among developers
• What makes a project or developer risky from a contractor’s perspective
• How contractors balance costs, people, relationships and long-term business growth

Whether you’re a developer, contractor, investor or part of the UAE real estate ecosystem, this episode offers valuable insights into the realities of construction and what it takes to deliver projects successfully in a changing market.