Project Director - FPSO (EPC)

About This Role

Provide end-to-end leadership and accountability for delivery of a FPSO EPC project (e.g., conversion/newbuild hull, topside modules, marine systems, utilities, integration, pre-commissioning/commissioning readiness) to achieve HSE, quality, schedule, cost, margin and client satisfaction objectives. Own the project execution strategy and governance, manage internal and external interfaces (client, class, vendors, subcontractors), and ensure disciplined risk and change control while driving predictable delivery and strong financial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Policies, processes & procedures:

• Develops and oversees the implementation of department policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of finance functional activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service to customers.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and codes of conduct, including strict adherence to the Zero Tolerance to Alcohol policy at all times.

Budget/Financial

• Prepares and recommends the department budget by preparing analysis and data related to specific elements as directed.
• Monitors the financial performance of the section against budgets so that areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified and rectified promptly and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.

Project Specific Responsibility:

• Responsible for leading assigned project project including liaising with the client; coordinating and leading partners; supervising members of the project team and project managers; and overseeing project implementation.
• Establish the Project Execution Plan (PEP), organization, governance cadence, decision gates, RACI and reporting aligned to contract and company standards.
• Lead the integrated EPC delivery team across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning and Marine operations.
• Set clear delivery priorities and standards; build a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Financial and administrative oversight, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation of the project.
• Demonstrate leadership in making critical decisions, operating at a strategic and tactical level.
• Receive regular reports from project managers or team leads. Thereafter, report directly to senior management and JV board.
• Manage Engineering, Procurement, Construction and handover process with required quality within the allocated budget.
• Making strategic decisions and providing leadership and direction to project managers to implement those decisions.
• Meeting with clients, stakeholders and project managers to report on project progress.
• Liaising with clients and building strong working relationships.
• Devising cost-effective plans to enable effective project completion.
• Managing risks to avoid delays, cost increase or reputational damage. Convert risks and treats to opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with rules and regulations governing the project.
• Moving with the project team during execution phase from engineering office to construction site.
• Ensure the design is safe and principles of ALARP and Safety in Design are adhered to.
• Endure the project is executed to highest HSE standards.
• Deliver the project within the allocated budget with required quality on time.

Safety, Quality, Environment & Information Security Rules:

• Ensuring suitable resources are available to achieve satisfactory OHS compliance of all work within their responsibility
• Ensuring that there is a documented Risk Management process for all work within their responsibility
• Driving continuous Safety improvement through setting, monitoring and reporting on safety performance against objectives within their department
• Ensuring identified corrective actions assigned to their department are closed out by agreed due dates
• Demonstrating desired behaviors and leading, encouraging and communicating on safety issues when interacting with the workforce
• Meeting all responsibilities as outlined in the DDW OHSMS
• Participating in any training and safety initiatives implemented by the Company
• Complying with all Safety directives, and work instructions
• Immediately reporting any incident or potential hazard to their Supervisor or Safety Dept
• STOP the task if you feel yourself or others may be harmed.
• Device and implement controls to ensure no violation of ISR regulations in order to protect the company information / intellectual properties

Leadership and People Management:

• Supervises the activities and work of subordinates by providing formal and informal feedback to ensure that all work within a specific area is carried out in an efficient manner and in accordance with set individual targets.

Change Management

• Support the management of change through continuous improvement of departmental systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, changes in international standards and changes in the business environment which demand proactive action plans.

Continuous improvement

• Stimulates subordinates and contributes to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Reporting

• Supervises the preparation of timely and accurate reports to meet company and department requirements, policies and standards

Related Assignments:

• Performs other related duties or assignments as directed.

Technical competencies:

• Broad Engineering knowledge in O&G topsides facilities, offshore construction including EPC / FPSO projects.
• FPSO EPC execution strategy and stage gates
• Systemization, MC/commissioning/handover governance
• Interface management (engineering–procurement–construction–marine)
• Contract administration, variation/claims management
• Project controls (schedule, cost, risk, progress measurement)
• Class/regulatory compliance awareness; FAT/SAT and vendor coordination
• Strong background with resolution of technical issues during planning and execution phases.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and successfully execute tasks in accordance with business objectives.
• Project management skills.
• Fully trained and knowledgeable with relevant Safety and Occupational Health & Safety standards.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management across disciplines and construction teams.
• Analytical problem-solving with practical, buildable solutions.
• High ownership, attention to detail, and quality mindset.
• Coaching/mentoring capability and willingness to develop team capability.
• Clear communication and ability to present technical matters to non-specialists.
• Planning and organization skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Solution oriented and demonstrated creative & critical thinking.
• Ability to mentor junior staff members and peers.
• Able to communicate various level of the organization.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Safety, quality and environment conscious.
• Possess cultural awareness & sensitivity and be flexible and demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Maintain strict professionalism and wear business attire/ follow dress code to reflect the company's professional image.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering / marine engineering / Naval Architect or equivalent

Master’s Degree in relevant field.

Experience

15+ years in EPC/project delivery, with 8–10+ years leading mega-projects as Project Director/Project Manager.

Demonstrated delivery experience on FPSO EPC / conversions / offshore facilities, including topside integration and marine interfaces.