Project Director - Piling Industry Experience

Experience Required

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for multiple piling and foundation projects.
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Oversee all phases of piling works including mobilization, execution, testing, and project close-out.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contractual obligations, and client requirements.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, cost performance, and profitability.
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Site Engineers, Construction Managers, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, and government authorities.
• Review and approve project methodologies, work programs, and technical proposals.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Oversee procurement planning and allocation of manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Conduct regular project review meetings and provide management reports to senior leadership.
• Support business development activities, tender reviews, and project feasibility assessments.
• Resolve contractual, commercial, and operational issues affecting project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project efficiency and operational excellence.
• Ensure successful project handover and completion documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum
• 15 years of experience in the piling, geotechnical, or foundation engineering industry
• , with at least
• 8 years in a senior project management or leadership role
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• Proven experience managing multiple large-scale piling and foundation projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of piling methods including: Bored Piles, CFA Piles, Sheet Piles, Secant Piles, Diaphragm Walls, Micro Piles, Anchoring and Shoring Systems.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and foundation construction practices.
• Experience with project planning tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Excellent knowledge of contract administration, project controls, budgeting, and cost management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• UAE or GCC project experience is highly preferred.
• Valid UAE Driving License is preferred.