Project Director- Onshore

UnitedYou Ventures; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 550,000 - 662,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil & gas firm in the UAE is seeking a Project Director to oversee major oil & gas projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of project management experience and a proven track record with projects over $100M. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management experience in oil & gas.
• At least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record with mega-projects ($100M+ budgets).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of large-scale oil & gas projects.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and industry regulations.
• Monitor project financials for cost control and profitability.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA or PMP

Job description

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.