Project Director

Role Summary

The Project Director will provide executive leadership for the end‑to‑end delivery of a major project under a PMC (Project Management Consultancy) model. This role oversees program and project management governance, directs multidisciplinary teams, ensures EPC contractor compliance, and drives project performance across all phases. The Project Director will establish and implement project management policies, procedures, and systems while maintaining rigorous oversight of schedules, budgets, quality, safety, and risk. This position is responsible for ensuring that all deliverables meet the project objectives and international best‑practice standards.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Management Leadership

• Develop and oversee the implementation of program/project management policies, procedures, methodologies, and best practices.
• Assess capacity and capability needs for successful PMC delivery and recommend improvements.
• Provide daily leadership, guidance, and direction to the PMC team across all disciplines.

Systems & Controls

• Oversee the development, configuration, and deployment of Program Management Information Systems (PMIS) across the project.
• Ensure robust project controls are in place, including cost, schedule, risk, and quality systems.

Performance Oversight

• Lead regular project review meetings to monitor performance, identify issues, and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly project status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate EPC contractor performance to ensure compliance with approved execution plans, procedures, and contract requirements.

Deliverable Management

• Ensure an approved, comprehensive list of project deliverables is established and maintained.
• Monitor deliverable issuance to ensure timely submission, multidisciplinary review, and prompt return of comments.
• Verify that the EPC contractor’s plans and procedures are adequate and effectively support project delivery.

Stakeholder & Interface Management

• Manage communication and coordination between the client, EPC contractor, consultants, and PMC teams.
• Ensure issues are escalated and resolved efficiently to maintain progress and alignment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• MSc/BSc in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Highly preferred: Chartered Engineer (CEng or equivalent).

Experience

• 20+ years of experience in large-scale construction and development projects.
• Solid background working within PMC environments.
• Proven experience in:
• High-end residential projects
• Commercial buildings
• Mosques
• Parking structures
• Roads and highways
• Infrastructure
• Mixed-use developments

Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Deep understanding of project controls, PMIS, and international standards.
• Proven ability to manage EPC contractors on complex, multidisciplinary projects.