Stephen Board is a distinguished leader in the construction industry with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and an MBA in Construction and Real Estate. A Chartered Quantity Surveyor with both the RICS and CICES, and a Chartered Construction Manager with the CIOB, he brings deep technical expertise and a strong commercial perspective to complex projects.
Currently, Stephen serves as Chairman of the CIOB Abu Dhabi Hub and Chairman of the Lighthouse Club Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading construction networking organization.
Raised across Uganda, Kenya, Pakistan, Abu Dhabi, the Philippines, and Cambodia, Stephen’s international background has shaped a culturally attuned and globally minded approach to leadership. This perspective has been central to his success in navigating large-scale, multinational infrastructure projects.
Over the past 20 years in the UAE, Stephen has held senior roles as a consultant, contractor, subcontractor, and claims consultant. This breadth of experience gives him unique insight into the technical, contractual, and commercial dynamics of the industry. His proven leadership, combined with his ability to bridge cultural and professional perspectives, has earned him recognition as a respected and influential figure in construction.