Project Director

3 months ago


الرياض, Saudi Arabia WSP Full time

**We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready**
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

WSP are seeking a Project Director to join our dynamic IPD team and lead collaborative efforts on complex transport and infrastructure development projects in Saudi Arabia.

As a Project Director you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of our multidisciplinary WSP teams on major transport & infrastructure design and masterplan design projects.

You will work closely with diverse project stakeholders, including owners, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects while optimizing outcomes for all parties involved.
**Your new role, what's involved?**
- **Collaborative Leadership**: Foster a culture of collaboration and cooperation among all project stakeholders, promoting the principles of Integrated Project Delivery.
- **Project Planning**: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budget, and schedule, and ensure alignment with client objectives and project goals.
- **Stakeholder Engagement**: Engage with and manage relationships with clients, design professionals, contractors, and key trade partners throughout the project lifecycle.
- **Risk Management**: Identify, assess, and manage project risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
- **Budget and Cost Control**: Monitor project financials, manage budgets, and implement cost-effective strategies to achieve project objectives while maintaining profitability.
- **Quality Assurance**: Oversee quality control processes to ensure that project deliverables meet or exceed industry standards and client expectations.
- **Schedule Management**: Develop and manage project schedules, track progress, and implement adjustments as needed to meet project milestones and deadlines.
- **Change Management**: Facilitate change orders and variations while maintaining alignment with project goals and client requirements.
- **Communication**: Maintain clear and open communication channels among all project stakeholders, providing regular updates and facilitating problem-solving discussions.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation, leveraging Lean principles to enhance project efficiency and value.

**We'd love to hear from you if you have**:

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Proven experience as a Senior PM/Project Director on large-scale transport and infrastructure projects
- Minimum 20 years of professional experience in the construction engineering field.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- PMP or relevant project management certification is a plus.
- Fluency in English.

**What's in it for you?**
What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP - we can

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Job Reference: WSPME04525


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