Project Director - Oil & Gas

Penta Global Engineering; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Manager to lead substantial projects exceeding $75 million. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring safety and efficiency, and maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in project management. The position offers competitive benefits and the chance to develop a strong team.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to the project management team.
• Lead proposal preparation and supervise RFQ analysis.
• Oversee data collection for proposals and execution plans.
• Manage the approved plan to meet deliverables and timelines.
• Control project execution and ensure safety and efficiency.

Job description

Scope of Responsibilities :

Provides leadership to the project management team, including project managers, procurement, project control, contracts management, quality assurance/quality control, and health/safety and environment teams, to ensure successful project completion within time, budget, and quality parameters. Experience managing projects exceeding $75 Million.

Primary Duties :

1. Lead proposal preparation, supervise RFQ analysis, and oversee data collection for technical and financial proposals.
2. Prepare preliminary execution plans, supervise data collation, and complete proposals.
3. Supervise the development of the overall project plan and execution strategies for management review and approval upon project award.
4. Manage the approved plan to meet project deliverables and timelines, including organizing the team, developing schedules, and aligning with contract provisions. Approve key project documents and schedules.
5. Establish specific plans for HSE, quality, and cost control.
6. Participate in budget preparation during tendering, covering project control, administration, and daily costs. Ensure resource availability and proper engineering and procurement checks.
7. Control project execution through project management, engineering, and construction teams, ensuring safety and efficiency within set targets and schedules.
8. Liaise with client senior management to resolve conflicts and maintain strong working relationships.
9. Manage personnel issues, communication, and reporting, providing regular updates on project progress, forecasts, and performance against plans.
10. Ensure project managers deliver projects on time and within budget through regular monitoring and meetings.
11. Provide leadership to contracting agencies, maintain professional dealings with subcontractors and vendors, and ensure quality and safety standards are upheld.
12. Promote quality awareness through audits and rectify non-conformances to prevent recurrence.
13. Maintain high safety standards, ensuring positive client feedback and proactive safety management.
14. Develop monthly cost reports, forecast project completion, and minimize variances.
15. Foster teamwork, motivate staff, and develop potential leaders through mentoring and career development plans.
16. Guide senior staff, monitor performance, and support career progression and training.
17. Lead meetings with clients and internal teams to address issues and coordinate activities.
18. Perform any other activities as required.