Project Director

TN United Kingdom; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Director to lead diverse engineering projects in the energy sector. This role involves managing teams, ensuring safety and quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget. With a strong focus on low carbon and energy transition initiatives, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative, hybrid working environment. If you are passionate about driving project success and have extensive experience in project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Pension

Medical insurance

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Engineering; Chartered status preferred.
• Significant project management experience in Oil and Gas.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPCM projects.
• Lead project teams and ensure adherence to budget and schedule.

Skills

Project Management

HSSE Leadership

Contract Management

Planning and Project Controls

Communication Skills

Education

Masters Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Project Director

We are seeking a highly qualified Project Director to manage an entire project team, including project engineering managers, engineers, disciplines, project services, and third parties. The role is responsible for delivering Pre-FEED, FEED, or Detailed Design projects, or parts of major projects, in accordance with contractual, budgetary, schedule, and quality standards, including HSSE and Quality standards.

The UK Engineering group offers opportunities in Low Carbon/Energy Transition sectors such as CCUS, Green Hydrogen, Blue Hydrogen, Offshore Wind, Waste to X, and Emissions Reduction, alongside traditional international energy projects. We value talent, enthusiasm, and a drive to influence, with a focus on long-term careers within a collaborative, international team.

Our working model is hybrid, combining office and home working, with support for UK relocation if necessary.

Your responsibilities:

1. Manage and oversee delivery of Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed design, and EPCM projects.
2. Provide leadership in HSSE and QA/QC, approve project plans, and support audits.
3. Establish and resource project requirements, including staffing, facilities, and infrastructure, while reviewing demobilization and project progress to optimize costs.
4. Lead the initial mobilization of the project team, ensuring activities are reviewed, actions assigned, and communication channels established.
5. Approve the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and coordinate procedures, ensuring effective implementation.
6. Lead technical reviews such as HAZOP, HAZID, value engineering, supported by the engineering team.
7. Be accountable for the project budget and contract, coordinating activities for successful project initiation, execution, and close-out, ensuring adherence to schedule and contractual obligations.
8. Implement mechanisms for progress monitoring and reporting, manage changes, and ensure corrective actions are taken when needed.
9. Make all management, commercial, and technical decisions, consulting with senior stakeholders as necessary.
10. Supervise a team of up to 75+ personnel, including engineers, designers, and contractors.
11. Perform duties primarily in the main office, with travel to other offices, client sites, and project sites as required.

Your knowledge, skills, education, and experience:

• Masters Degree in Engineering; Chartered status preferred.
• Significant project management experience in Oil and Gas, managing FEED and Detailed Design projects.
• Strong understanding of contract terms, international codes, safety, and quality procedures.
• Excellent planning and project controls knowledge.
• Global work share experience.

Role Details:

• Location: Greater London Area
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Package: Car allowance, bonus scheme, pension, medical, and more.