Project Director Highways and Bridges

About the Role

Michael Page is seeking a Project Director, Highways and Bridges, to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role requires strong experience in civil engineering and transportation projects, specifically roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels within urban environments. The Project Director will lead a multidisciplinary team, providing oversight and direction across all project phases to ensure successful delivery within budget, schedule, and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and direction to ensure efficient project execution and adherence to timelines.
• Oversee and monitor the activities of contractors and sub-contractors to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contract requirements, specifications, and timelines.
• Oversee day-to-day on-site construction operations and advise on technical, logistical, and administrative issues to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Lead periodic meetings with contractors' planning teams to ensure successful completion of delivery as per contract requirements, specifications, and timelines, and in synergy with other assets of the program.
• Develop and execute project plans aligned with client objectives, ensuring clarity in project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain rigorous quality standards, overseeing the implementation of best practices and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement processes to optimize project efficiency while controlling costs.
• Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Manage Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs in coordination with the client to ensure worker safety and compliance with HSE construction requirements.
• Develop weekly and monthly progress reports, including 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, to provide the client with a clear view of the progress.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 20 years of experience in civil engineering and transportation projects.
• Demonstrated experience in roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels, particularly in urban environments.
• Proven leadership experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.

Work Location

This position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Employment Type

This is a full-time employment opportunity.

Application Process

Salary details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.