Project Director

UnitedYou Ventures; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil & gas sector seeks a Project Director to spearhead the strategic leadership and execution of major projects. This key role involves managing multiple teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining shareholder relations, with a focus on delivering exceptional results within budget constraints.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management experience in oil & gas, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing mega-projects ($100M+ budgets).
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale oil & gas projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with senior management.
• Monitor project financials, ensuring cost control and profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering

MBA or PMP preferred

Tools

Industry standards knowledge (API, ISO, ASME)

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Director is responsible for the strategic leadership and execution of major oil & gas projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role oversees multiple project teams, manages stakeholder relationships, and ensures alignment with corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale oil & gas projects (upstream, midstream, or downstream).
• Define project scope, objectives, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with senior management.
• Ensure compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies, industry regulations, and quality standards.
• Manage project risks, issues, and change requests, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams (engineering, procurement, construction, and contractors) to ensure seamless project execution.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, investors, and joint venture partners to maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Monitor project financials, ensuring cost control and profitability.
• Provide high-level reporting to executives on project progress, challenges, and KPIs.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, or related field); MBA or PMP preferred.
• 15+ years of project management experience in oil & gas, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing mega-projects ($100M+ budgets).
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (API, ISO, ASME) and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.