Project Director (Water & Wastewater)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead a critical infrastructure restoration project in wastewater management. This role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from condition assessment to commissioning, ensuring adherence to HSE standards and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in EPC project management and a proven track record in leading large-scale projects. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful infrastructure solutions in a vibrant and rapidly developing region.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in wastewater management and large-scale projects.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role on major infrastructure restoration projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMC team for a major infrastructure restoration project.
• Manage EPC contract ensuring successful execution through all phases.
• Oversee scope, schedule, procurement, cost, quality, and risk management.

Skills

EPC project management

contract negotiations

risk management

stakeholder engagement

leadership skills

problem-solving skills

communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

• Lead the Project Management Consultant (PMC) team overseeing the recovery of a major infrastructure restoration project of a deep wastewater pumping station.
• Manage the EPC contract for the restoration, ensuring successful execution through all phases : condition assessment, refurbishment, enhancement, and commissioning.
• Oversee scope, schedule, interface, procurement, cost, quality, risk, change, and communication management.
• Facilitate smooth coordination between contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Ensure project adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards and quality assurance.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications :

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in wastewater management, with a focus on deep pump stations and similar large-scale projects.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role on major infrastructure restoration projects.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and P.E. / Chartered Engineer status.
• Strong expertise in EPC project management, contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Work Location(s) : United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi