HSE Director - Project Safety

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 390,600 - 613,800; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an HSE Director - Project Safety in Dubai to oversee and implement HSE strategy within complex civil engineering projects. The role involves ensuring the effectiveness of safety programs, conducting incident investigations, and guiding project HSE managers across multiple locations.

Applicants should possess at least 12 years of experience in safety and health, have a Certified Safety Professional designation, and demonstrate a proven track record in safety leadership and compliance management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of related experience in safety and health.
• Certified Safety Professional certification is required.
• Supervisory experience managing safety professionals across multiple project locations.
• Extensive knowledge of domestic and international safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, communicate, and oversee HSE strategy across assigned project locations.
• Lead or oversee investigations of serious incidents and non-compliances.
• Coach, mentor, and manage project HSE Managers and safety professionals.

Skills

HSE leadership

Occupational safety and health

Project safety management

ESHARP program management

Environmental health and safety

Risk management

Incident investigation

Root-cause analysis

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Master's degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: HSE Director - Project Safety

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Experience: Minimum 12 years

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 35000-55000

Nationality: Any

Gender: Any

Overview

HSE Director - Project Safety in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Civil Engineering leadership role for an experienced safety and health professional who can oversee HSE strategy, ESHARP program implementation, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, project risk reduction, and safety performance across multiple infrastructure and engineering projects. This opportunity is suited for a Certified Safety Professional with strong international safety standards knowledge, proven supervisory experience, and the ability to guide project-based HSE Managers across complex business units and project locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, communicate, and oversee Parsons Environment Safety Health and Risk Program management across assigned project locations.
• Provide senior HSE guidance to business unit managers on health and safety regulations, reporting obligations, training needs, and project safety issues.
• Monitor the effectiveness of safety and health programs across operations and recommend improvements where performance gaps are identified.
• Lead or oversee investigations of serious incidents, near misses, non‑compliances, and high‑risk events.
• Ensure incident investigations include strong root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, preventive actions, and lessons learned for wider project application.
• Manage internal HSE reporting, recordkeeping requirements, safety statistics, and workers compensation claim procedures.
• Coach, mentor, and manage project HSE Managers and safety professionals across multiple project locations.
• Build a collaborative and high‑performing HSE community of practice across business units and project teams.
• Support integration of HSE requirements into project planning, design reviews, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and execution strategies.
• Work with project leaders to reduce safety risks at source before construction and operational activities begin.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain safety information and statistics for business units, projects, and operational activities.
• Keep senior management informed of significant internal and external developments related to health, safety, environmental risk, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist business development teams by preparing and supporting HSE proposal data when required.
• Deliver safety training programs across different levels of the organization.
• Provide technical direction on domestic and international safety standards applicable to infrastructure, construction, engineering, and project delivery environments.
• Support consistent implementation of safety culture, compliance discipline, field risk controls, and continuous improvement across assigned operations.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a closely related field.
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered where it demonstrates strong HSE leadership capability.
• Minimum 12 years of related experience in safety and health.
• Certified Safety Professional certification is required.
• Supervisory experience managing safety professionals across multiple project locations.
• Strong ability to manage HSE teams across domestic and international operations.
• Extensive knowledge of domestic and international safety standards.
• Proven experience supporting construction, infrastructure, engineering, or project‑based environments.
• Strong background in incident investigation, root‑cause analysis, corrective action planning, safety reporting, and risk management.
• Ability to advise senior business leaders, project managers, technical teams, and field personnel on practical HSE requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Master's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a closely related field is preferred.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership discipline with the ability to train, influence, mentor, and align safety professionals across different project teams.

Skills Set

• HSE leadership
• Occupational safety and health
• Project safety management
• ESHARP program management
• Environmental health and safety
• Risk management
• Incident investigation
• Near‑miss investigation
• Root‑cause analysis
• Corrective action planning
• Preventive action planning
• Safety compliance
• Safety training
• HSE reporting
• Safety statistics
• Workers compensation procedures
• Construction safety
• Infrastructure safety
• Safety audits
• Regulatory compliance
• International safety standards
• Project risk assessment
• Constructability review support
• Design review safety input
• HSE team management
• HSE mentoring
• Safety performance monitoring
• Business unit safety support
• Proposal HSE data
• Certified Safety Professional
• Certified Industrial Hygienist
• Senior stakeholder communication
• Multi‑project HSE oversight

Why Join Us

This role gives an HSE Director - Project Safety the opportunity to lead safety strategy within Dubai's Civil Engineering and infrastructure environment, where strong risk control and practical safety leadership directly influence project success. The position offers senior‑level exposure to project governance, incident prevention, HSE team development, international standards, and business‑wide safety improvement. It is a strong fit for a safety leader who wants to guide professionals across multiple locations while helping major infrastructure projects operate with discipline, accountability, and care for people.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, infrastructure, and project delivery company supporting complex civil, transportation, utilities, urban development, and construction supervision programs. In Dubai, Parsons works across major project environments where safety leadership, technical expertise, risk control, and multidisciplinary coordination are essential to delivering reliable infrastructure and supporting long‑term urban development.