Project Director
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About the Role
Parsons seeks a Project Director to lead a large, complex international program in Dubai. The role involves managing every phase of a multi-year program, including contracts, budgets, and client relations.
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Responsibilities
- Provide direction and management for every phase of a large, multi year program to ensure on schedule completion, within or below budget
- Act as the company representative with the client, contractors, consultants, and key subcontractors during program execution
- Negotiate contracts and changes to the scope of work with the client and major contractors
- Collaborate with Business Development and the client to identify, market, and secure additional work
- Oversee establishment of the Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan
- Establish program requirements for all areas of the project and monitor deliverables
- Lead the development and distribution of monthly reports and prepare presentations for senior management
- Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all business, technical, and administrative functions
- Assign responsibility for executing project plans to key team members
- Mobilize company resources to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical or business field
- 20 years of related work experience in managing large, complex projects or programs
- Strong knowledge of major capital projects and construction
- Previous program management experience on similar large scope projects
- Demonstrated experience leading at least two large scale projects
- Professional registration or certification (e.g., PE, PMP) preferred
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Job Description
- Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Director to join our team!
- In this role you will lead the development and delivery of a large, complex international program.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide direction and management for every phase of a large, multi year program to ensure on schedule completion, within or below budget, and in accordance with contractual obligations.
- Act as the company representative with the client, contractors, consultants, and key subcontractors during program execution.
- Negotiate contracts and changes to the scope of work with the client and major contractors.
- Collaborate with Business Development and the client to identify, market, and secure additional work.
- Participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public meetings in support of clients.
- Oversee establishment of the Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other required governance documents.
- Establish program requirements for all areas of the project and monitor draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
- Lead the development and distribution of monthly reports and prepare presentations as needed for senior management and decision making boards.
- Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all business, technical, and administrative functions of the assigned program.
- Assign responsibility for executing project plans to key team members after careful assessment of their qualifications and strengths.
- Provide input to performance reviews and development plans for subordinates.
- Oversee field responsibilities, which may include labor relations, local procurement, and payroll operations, as applicable.
Required Skills You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical or business field.
- 20 years of related work experience in managing large, complex projects or programs.
- Strong knowledge of major capital projects and construction, including supporting facilities, infrastructure, and systems.
- Strong technical, contractual, and commercial background.
- Previous program management experience on similar or related large scope projects or programs.
- Demonstrated experience leading at least two large scale projects.
Desired Skills You'll Bring
- Professional registration or certification (e.g., PE, PMP, or equivalent) may be required or preferred.
- Previous international experience is recommended.
- Experience managing multi disciplinary programs spanning several functional or technical areas.
- Additional language skills are an advantage.
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