Project Director
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About the Role
Lead project execution, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, budget adherence, and quality standards while managing teams and client relationships.
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Strategic Project Leadership
- Lead and oversee the execution of multiple projects across the company portfolio.
- Align project execution with the company’s strategic objectives and profitability targets.
- Provide direction to Project Managers and Construction Teams to ensure efficient delivery.
• Project Delivery & Performance
- Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
- Monitor project progress, schedules, and milestones.
- Review weekly and monthly project performance reports.
• Commercial & Contract Management
- Oversee contractual compliance with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Monitor variations, claims, and change orders.
- Ensure proper cost control and profitability across projects.
- Support the commercial team in negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Client & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary senior contact with clients, developers, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure client satisfaction and long-term relationship management.
- Attend high-level meetings with developers, consultants, and authorities.
• Resource & Team Management
- Manage and supervise Project Managers, Engineers, and construction teams.
- Ensure proper allocation of manpower, equipment, and resources.
- Support HR in performance evaluation and development of project teams.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure strict compliance with HSE policies and regulatory requirements.
- Promote a safety-first culture across all project sites.
- Monitor incident reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Quality Management
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and standards.
- Oversee implementation of quality assurance and quality control procedures.
- Ensure proper handover and project closeout procedures.
- Coordination with Internal Departments
- Coordinate with:
- Commercial Department (cost control & claims)
- Procurement Department (materials and subcontractors)
- Technical/Engineering Department (design and approvals)
- Finance Department (cash flow and payment certificates)
• Risk & Problem Resolution
- Identify project risks, delays, or disputes.
- Implement corrective strategies and mitigation plans.
- Escalate critical issues to executive management when required.
- Reporting to Executive Management
- Provide regular reports to the Operations Manager on:
- Project progress
- Financial performance
- Risks and delays
- Resource planning
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