The Project Director is responsible for the overall leadership and delivery of multiple engineering or high-volume projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, technical standards, budget, and timeline. This role provides strategic direction, manages all aspects of planning, scheduling, resource allocation, cost control, and contractor performance, while ensuring technical excellence, compliance with engineering standards, and outstanding client service. The position requires translating strategic goals into actionable plans, overseeing technical execution, and delivering measurable project performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, coordination, and control of engineering projects to ensure technical, functional, and financial viability.
- Develop cost-effective strategies and processes across all project phases, including engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Oversee quality assurance and quality control procedures to meet engineering standards and client expectations.
- Manage project schedules using advanced planning tools, tracking variations, disruptions, and associated impacts.
- Conduct regular coordination meetings and inspections to ensure timely completion of deliverables and approvals.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership across engineering disciplines, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and industry best practices.
- Maintain overall cost control by evaluating alternatives and implementing cost-efficient strategies.
- Establish and monitor cost allocation schedules and provide regular reporting to management and clients.
- Define procurement targets and manage all expenditures, including subcontractor payments, bonding, and cash flow.
- Implement strategies to optimize project earnings and cost efficiency.
- Lead risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and elimination for all project phases.
- Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, safety initiatives, and incident resolution in line with company and IMS standards.
- Oversee all regulatory, contractual, and engineering compliance requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, including personnel planning, performance evaluations, and dispute management.
- Drive team development, high performance, and accountability.
- Promote effective communication, collaboration, and coordination across departments and project stakeholders.
- Lead commercial planning, value engineering, contract administration, and cost estimations.
- Manage project-related claims and reconciliations with clients and contractors.
- Participate in tender processes and strategic decision-making for engineering projects.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of engineering design, specifications, and construction standards.
- Expertise in project management, technical planning, and execution of complex engineering projects.
- Proven leadership and team development capabilities in engineering and construction environments.
- Excellent stakeholder, client, and supplier relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP, for project and financial management.
- In-depth understanding of HSE, QA/QC, and site logistics best practices.
Experience
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience in engineering projects, with at least 10 years in senior management or leadership roles.
- GCC experience is a plus (minimum 5 years preferred).
- Demonstrated success in managing large-scale engineering projects across multiple disciplines.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional qualification in engineering, project management, or construction management is highly preferred.
