Senior Project Director

Role Purpose

Collaborate with Managing Director in directing, coordinating, exercising functional authority as well as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & control, integration, and closing of projects within his area of assigned authority.

Key Accountabilities

Project Leadership and Execution:

• Monitor and lead, in collaboration with the Project Management Team (PMT), all site activities to ensure project objectives are achieved within the agreed timeframe and budget parameters.
• Confer regularly with PMT Managers to provide strategic advice, resolve challenges, and ensure smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with PMT Managers in directing and supervising personnel across project sites. Performance Management and Reporting:
• Assess and review project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to determine accurate status and make tactical decisions on resource allocation and staffing requirements to maintain project progress.
• Review periodic project status reports prepared by PMT Managers and provide feedback and direction.
• Prepare and present monthly summary reports and project updates to the Operations Director. Change Management and Compliance:
• Manage project changes and support the process of securing written client approvals for variations prior to commencing related work.
• Oversee compliance with all statutory requirements connected with project implementation.
• Ensure legal compliance with UAE federal laws and all other applicable legislation and regulations. Resources and Financial Management:
• Ensure all PMT departments are adequately resourced and operating efficiently to meet project milestones.
• Prepare reports detailing corrective actions when projects fall behind schedule or exceed budget and present recovery plans to the Operations Director. Client Relationship Management:
• Maintain regular communication with clients to address requirements, provide updates, and respond to any concerns.
• Ensure the proper closure of projects, including the preparation and transmittal of final documentation to clients.
  
  

• Enforce the highest standards of safety throughout all stages of project execution to proactively mitigate risks and prevent incidents.
• Commit to providing sufficient resources for the establishment and maintenance of the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management System.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and adherence to the company’s HSE policy across the project. People Management and Development:
• Oversee departmental onboarding and induction, ensuring team members are informed about procedures, guidelines, and policies.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams to foster a high-performance culture.
  
  

• Preferably PMP qualified.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in the civil constructions specifically with Industrial, commercial and residential Building works; minimum of 8 years of GCC management experience.
• Has been responsible for major construction of multimillions projects.
• Must have proven leadership ability, communications skills, interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
• Must be able to develop strong relationships and accounts with clients.
• A creative thinker and excellent organizer.
• Excellent Oral and written skill in English.