Project Director (Road and Infrastructure)
Location
Saudi Arabia | United Kingdom
Job description
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
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 is a renowned consultancy in the construction industry, specializing in site supervision for road, tunnel, highway, and bridge projects. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients while adhering to the highest standards of safety and sustainability.
Your new role, what's involved?
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Director with a strong background in civil engineering and site supervision, specifically in road, tunnel, highway, and bridge projects, to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with consultancies in the construction industry, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for road, tunnel, highway, and bridge projects, overseeing all phases from planning to completion.
- Lead the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with client requirements and project objectives.
- Manage project resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize project performance and deliverables.
- Direct and coordinate the activities of project teams, including engineers, designers, surveyors, and subcontractors, to ensure project success.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and other project partners, fostering collaboration and trust.
- Monitor project progress and performance, identifying and addressing issues and risks in a timely manner to keep projects on track.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, standards, and quality requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide regular updates and reports on project status, budget, schedule, and key performance indicators to senior management and stakeholders.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in project delivery processes, incorporating new technologies and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship within the project team, encouraging adherence to best practices and standards.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification required.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on road, tunnel, highway, and bridge projects.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale infrastructure projects from conception to completion.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools, such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices for road, tunnel, highway, and bridge projects.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability in project delivery.
What's in it for you?
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.
Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
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