Position Overview:
The Project Director will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, utilities, water/wastewater, power, transportation, or urban development). The role requires strong leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams, stakeholder relationships, budgets, schedules, and regulatory compliance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Delivery:
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of large, complex infrastructure projects from concept through commissioning/handover
- Develop and oversee project charters, execution plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers
- Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with contractual obligations, safety standards, quality benchmarks, and regulatory requirements
- Drive project governance frameworks, ensuring consistent reporting and performance tracking across all active projects
Stakeholder & Client Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, government authorities, contractors, consultants, and internal leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies, municipal authorities, and utility providers
- Manage stakeholder expectations through transparent communication, progress reporting, and issue resolution
Team & Resource Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage cross-functional teams including engineers, planners, site managers, and support staff
- Allocate resources effectively across multiple concurrent projects to optimize productivity and cost efficiency
- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement within project teams
Financial & Contract Management:
- Own project P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis
- Oversee contract negotiations, procurement strategies, and vendor/subcontractor management
- Review and approve change orders, claims, and contract variations in line with commercial guidelines
Risk, Quality & Compliance:
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively, including technical, financial, environmental, and safety risks
- Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) standards across all project phases
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and industry standards (e.g., FIDIC, PMI/PMBOK)
Reporting & Strategic Input:
- Provide regular project status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to senior leadership and clients
- Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal development, bid reviews, and client presentations
- Support strategic planning by identifying growth opportunities within the infrastructure sector
Required Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (required)
- Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (preferred)
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent Project Management certification (highly preferred)
Experience:
- 12–18+ years of progressive experience in infrastructure project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership/director-level role
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects valued
- Demonstrated experience managing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contracts and multi-stakeholder environments
- Experience working with government/public sector infrastructure projects is a strong advantage
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, engineering principles, and infrastructure regulatory frameworks
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, ERP/PM software)
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and contract management
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executives, clients, and site teams
- Sound understanding of HSE standards and risk management practices
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- On-time and on-budget project delivery rate
- Client satisfaction and stakeholder feedback scores
- Safety incident rate (HSE compliance)
- Cost variance and profitability margins
- Quality audit outcomes and rework rates
Working Conditions:
- Frequent travel to project sites required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Flexibility to manage multiple projects simultaneously across different geographies
