Project Director

Petrofac; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy service provider in Sharjah is seeking a Project Director to oversee project management in the oil and gas sector. The successful candidate will lead proposals, manage project timelines and deliverables, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Essential qualifications include an engineering degree and significant project management experience. The role offers flexible working, requiring three days in the office per week.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Several years of project management experience in the oil and gas sector.
• Experience as a Deputy Project Director is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposals preparation and supervise RFQ requirements.
• Manage the approved project plan to achieve deliverables.
• Control the project through project management and engineering.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Budget management

HSE management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.

We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.

The world is re-thinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.

This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

We support flexible working requests and have adopted a hybrid approach for most of our office-based roles. We ask employees to be present in the office at least three days per week.

Are you ready to bring the right energy to Petrofac and help us deliver a better future for everyone?

JOB TITLE: PROJECT DIRECTOR

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead proposals preparation and supervise, analysis of RFQ (Request For Proposal) requirements.
2. Prepare preliminary execution plans, supervise data collection and collation to complete the technical and financial proposal.
3. Supervise the preparation of the overall project plan & execution strategies for management review and approval on award of a project.
4. Manage the approved plan to achieve project deliverables and timeline objectives, including setting up the organization, mobilizing the team, and developing a schedule respecting planning, procurement, and the execution strategy in line with the Contract provisions. Sign off on key documents including project schedule levels 1-3. Setup specific plans for HSE, quality, and cost control.
5. Participate in the preparation of the budget at the time the tender is awarded, including components such as project control, administration, and day-to-day running costs. Ensure resources are available to achieve performance and proper checking of engineering and procurement processes.
6. Control the project through project management, engineering, discipline engineering, and construction through project and area managers. Ensure safe and efficient execution within set targets and schedules.
7. Liaise with client senior management and troubleshoot any conflicts to ensure a smooth working relationship.
8. Manage people-related issues, communication, and direction to the project management team and report regularly on project progress, forecasts, and performance. Monitor work progress to ensure timely execution and resolve scheduling conflicts.
9. Ensure project managers deliver projects within the contracted duration and budget through regular meetings and performance monitoring.
10. Provide leadership and direction to contracting agencies during project execution, maintaining relationships and ensuring high professional standards in dealings with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
11. Promote quality awareness and manage quality through weekly audits, rectifying non-conformances and preventing recurrence.
12. Maintain high safety standards on all projects, ensuring positive client feedback and proactive management of safety issues.
13. Develop monthly cost reports detailing costs, expenditures, and forecasts to minimize variances.
14. Promote teamwork, motivate the project team, and develop potential leaders through mentoring, career planning, and training.
15. Guide senior staff, develop development plans, and monitor performance for promotions and career growth.
16. Lead regular meetings with the client and internal teams to address issues and ensure project alignment.
17. Develop training plans for fresh graduates and oversee their implementation.
18. Carry out any other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Essential Qualifications And Skills

• An engineering degree with several years of project management experience in the oil and gas sector, including experience as a Deputy Project Director.