Project Director - Highways and Bridges

Michael Page (UAE); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Project Director with 20+ years of experience, primarily in a consultancy role. The ideal candidate will lead large, complex projects with ROADS experience, drive strategic plans, and oversee on-site delivery while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Master’s in Civil Engineering, advanced English, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. An PMP or equivalent certification is preferred for this senior appointment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with strong leadership focus.
• PMP or related certification preferred.
• 20+ years total experience, with at least 12 years at director level as a Project Director/Consultant.
• Roads project experience is required.
• Advanced level English mandatory.
• Strong report writing, communication, teamwork, problem solving, autonomy and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams to ensure efficient delivery and on-time performance.
• Oversee contractors and sub-contractors to meet contract requirements, specifications and timelines.
• Manage day-to-day on-site construction operations and advise on technical/logistical issues.
• Lead periodic planning meetings with contractor teams to synchronize deliveries.
• Develop and execute strategic project plans aligned with client objectives.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships with clients, contractors and regulators.
• Ensure quality assurance and safety compliance across projects.
• Manage budgets, resources and procurement to optimise project efficiency and cost.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions.
• Coordinate health, safety and environment programs with the client.
• Deliver weekly and monthly progress reports with KPIs and quality analysis.

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Report writing

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Autonomy

Flexibility

Technical rigour

Education

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

PMP Certification

Chartered institution membership

Job description

About Our Client

A globally recognised multidisciplinary consultancy providing integrated engineering, architecture and project delivery services across complex infrastructure, transportation, energy, and building developments.

Job Description

• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor the project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and direction to ensure efficient project execution and adherence to the timeline.
• Oversee and monitor the contractors and sub-contractors' activities to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contracts' requirements, specifications and timelines.
• Oversee day-to-day on-site Construction operations and advise on technical, logistical and administrative issues in order to ensure seamless projects delivery.
• Lead periodic meetings with the contractors' planning teams in order to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contracts' requirements, specifications and timelines, and in synergy with other assets of the program.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute project plans aligned with the Client objectives, ensuring clarity in project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, Client, contractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain rigorous quality standards, overseeing the implementation of best practices and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Budgeting & Resource Management: Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement processes to optimise project efficiency while controlling costs.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions and ensure project success.
• Manage Health, safety and Environment (HSE) programs in coordination with the Client to ensure workers safety and compliance with HSE construction requirements.
• Develop weekly and monthly progress reports including but not limited to progress made in each key area, analysis of progress against the overall program, explanation of delay causes, analysis of KPIs and assessment of quality issues in order to provide the Client with a clear view of the progress.

The Successful Applicant

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Management or relate field preferred, membership of chartered institution.
• Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certification preferred.
• Years of Experience in total: over 20 years. As a Project Director; mainly as a Consultant. Candidates with exclusive contractors experience will not be taken into consideration. 12 years within the Director level position
• At least experience in 1 or more projects of ROADS. Candidates without clear ROAD experience will not be taken into consideration.
• Advanced level of English language.
• Report writing skills, social skills, communication, teamwork, problem solving, autonomy, flexibility, and technical rigor.

What's on Offer

A competitive and market related salary and opportunity to join an internationally recognised organization.