Job description

The Project Director (Construction Management & Civil Engineering) is responsible for strategic project leadership and overseeing the execution of multiple construction projects across the company portfolio within the Construction / Civil Engineering industry. The role ensures alignment of project execution with company strategic objectives and profitability targets while providing direction to Project Managers and Construction Teams to guarantee efficient delivery. The position involves ensuring projects are delivered within approved budgets, timelines, and quality standards through continuous monitoring of project progress, schedules, milestones, and reviewing weekly and monthly performance reports. The role encompasses full commercial and contract management responsibilities including overseeing contractual compliance with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, monitoring variations, claims, and change orders, ensuring cost control and profitability, and supporting negotiations and dispute resolution. The Project Director acts as the primary senior contact for clients, developers, and stakeholders, ensuring satisfaction and maintaining long-term relationships while participating in high-level meetings with developers, consultants, and authorities. The position requires managing and supervising Project Managers, Engineers, and construction teams, ensuring optimal allocation of manpower, equipment, and resources, and supporting HR in performance evaluations. A key mandate includes ensuring strict compliance with HSE policies, regulatory requirements, and promoting a safety-first culture, while monitoring incident reports and enforcing corrective actions. The role also oversees quality management by ensuring compliance with project specifications, drawings, and standards, implementing quality assurance and quality control procedures, and ensuring proper project handover and closeout. Additionally, the Project Director coordinates with internal departments including Commercial (cost control & claims), Procurement (materials and subcontractors), Technical/Engineering (design and approvals), and Finance (cash flow and payment certificates). The role requires identifying project risks, delays, or disputes, implementing mitigation strategies, and escalating critical issues to executive management. Regular reporting to executive leadership on project progress, financial performance, risks, delays, and resource planning is a core responsibility, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making at the highest level.