Project Director

Roles and Responsibilities

• Automation technology for on and off-shore solutions for the Oil and Gas Industry
• Modification, upgrade and replacement of electrical and automation infrastructure in Oil and Gas industry
• Solutions for processing and treating water and wastewater

The Project Director manages - with full responsibility for results - the complete high-profile project with the objective of:

• Leading the project team in an exemplary and inspirational manner
• Executing the project within the defined requirements (e.g. safety, time, cost, quality and functionality/system performance)
• Ensuring compliance with all Regulations, Legislation, and Corporate Governance requirements
• Delivering both business success and customer satisfaction
• Providing professional stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensuring timely decisions on open issues, and escalating when necessary
• Providing robust contract execution and administration in a professional and compliant manner
• Acting as a project entrepreneur to maximise opportunities for improvement
• Lead the change management and NCC minimization initiative in the region

How You’ll Make An Impact
As Project Director, you will be reporting to the Responsible Business Manager. Your principal role will be the management of the overall project through all phases from PM080 till PM670, being accountable for profit and loss, change management, project reporting, team management as well as mentoring and coaching of your project team. You should have previously managed large and complex projects in the energy industry and be able to demonstrate success in your previous project delivery.
As a senior representative of the business, you will strive to manage customer expectations and conclude the project to the satisfaction of both the customer and the business.
You will support the business by devising and implementing strategies for strengthening customer commitment and market position, where applicable.
You will be fully responsible for Risk, Opportunity and Issue Management by:

• Utilizing available risk measurement tools throughout project lifecycle to identify and assess all risk factors
• Devising suitable strategies for risk mitigation (accept, avoid, reduce, transfer)
• Implementing procedure for solving issues and problems (identification, analysis, actions and controlling) with all necessary internal and external partners
• Identifying, assessing, and implementing all opportunities for improving results
• Conducting risk workshops and guiding and supporting other PMs in the organization for the preparation and leading of their workshops

As part of your Contract, Change and Claim Management responsibilities you will:

• Influence formulation of the necessary contracts
• Negotiate with stakeholders on Change Requests and incorporate them into contracts
• Define and agree the strategy for making, mitigating and defending claims
• Involve the project team in the identification of changes and claims
• Assess contracts in terms of claim-relevant significance, and ensure legal expert input
• Put the strategy for making/mitigating claims into practice
• At an early stage, inform customer, management and project team of deviations
• At an early stage identify, drive, defend and mitigate claims
• Protect the organization from exposure to any contract liability

Desired Candidate Profile

As a Project Director, you'll be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of large-scale projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals and are delivered on time and within budget. Here are key skills and qualifications essential for this role:

1. Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage diverse teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
2. Strategic Planning: Proficiency in developing and implementing project strategies that align with business objectives.
3. Project Management Expertise: Extensive experience in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) to ensure effective project execution.
4. Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost management to maintain project profitability.
5. Risk Management: Skills in identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to effectively communicate and engage with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and managing expectations.
7. Problem-Solving: Proficient in addressing complex project challenges and finding innovative solutions to keep projects on track.
8. Performance Monitoring: Experience in establishing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project success and drive continuous improvement.
9. Negotiation Skills: Expertise in negotiating contracts and agreements with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
10. Change Management: Ability to manage and communicate changes effectively, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and aligned.
11. Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with the specific industry and technical requirements relevant to the projects you oversee.
12. Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to changing project demands and market conditions.