Director of Projects

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear project vision and strategic roadmap
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of major projects from inception through completion
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and cost control throughout the lifecycle
• Implement risk management frameworks to identify and mitigate project risks
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, owners, and external stakeholders
• Oversee contract administration, negotiation, and vendor compliance
• Establish quality standards and performance metrics for all project activities
• Build and lead high-performing, diverse project teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 12-15 years of progressive experience in project management
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership or director-level role
• Expertise in project planning, budgeting, and financial management
• Strong understanding of contract negotiation and risk management
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent professional certification
• Experience in infrastructure, construction, or major capital projects
• Experience managing projects in the Middle East or international markets
• Bilingual capabilities in English and Arabic
• Advanced knowledge of risk management and claim management processes

About the Company

Egis is a global organisation with over 23,500 employees worldwide. We offer true end-to-end capability across the entire design-to-operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.