Construction Project Director - Infrastructure

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Project Director – Infrastructure (Roads and Utilities) to join their team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role is crucial for leading the delivery of major infrastructure works within large-scale construction programs, focusing on roads and utilities. Imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Apply today!

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Company Overview

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. They deliver tomorrow’s solutions today with an agile, innovative, and disruptive approach. Parsons strives to be an employer of choice, cultivating a resilient workforce and offering rewarding career paths.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Applicable
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience: Minimum 20+ years of experience in infrastructure project delivery, with a strong emphasis on construction

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary representative with clients, contractors, consultants, and government authorities.
• Lead the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects, with a focus on roads, utilities, and associated works.
• Oversee project execution plans, including health & safety, quality assurance/control, and risk management frameworks.
• Manage and direct multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal resource allocation and performance.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, schedules, and KPIs to ensure successful delivery.
• Identify and mitigate risks, delays, and cost overruns through proactive planning and corrective actions.
• Lead commercial discussions, including scope changes, claims, and variations.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations, standards, and client requirements.
• Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on project status, key milestones, and critical issues.
• Support stakeholder engagement and maintain strong relationships with all project parties.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices across project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 20+ years of experience in infrastructure project delivery, with a strong emphasis on construction.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale roads and utilities projects.
• Extensive experience managing large, multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Mandatory Middle East experience.
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure standards and regulations.

Benefits

• Endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit.
• Work with exceptional people and be yourself.
• Cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential.
• Invest and care about employee’s wellbeing.
• Support stakeholder engagement and maintain strong relationships with all project parties.