Project Director

Position Overview:

Hill International is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of high-profile construction projects under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) framework. As the clients trusted representative, the Project Director will oversee the full project lifecycle from planning through design, procurement, construction, and handover ensuring that all aspects of project performance meet the highest standards of quality, cost, safety, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall delivery of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects on behalf of the client.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, planning, contracts, HSE, and QA/QC departments.
• Act as the principal point of contact between Hill International, the client, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure that project objectives are achieved in accordance with contractual obligations and client expectations.
• Monitor and control project performance, budgets, risks, and schedules using industry-standard tools and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements in the project jurisdiction.
• Provide strategic leadership on risk management, procurement strategies, and value engineering.
• Review and approve major deliverables, including project plans, designs, cost estimates, and reports.
• Lead progress and coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, and the client.
• Resolve critical project issues and escalate matters to regional leadership when necessary.
• Represent Hill International professionally in all external and client-facing matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Masters degree or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum 20 years of total experience, with at least 10 years in leadership roles managing large, complex construction projects (e.g., infrastructure, mixed-use, transportation, or government facilities). Minimum 5 years experience working in the KSA.
• Proven experience working on PMC contracts and representing clients on multi-billion-dollar projects in the Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and other international standard contracts.
• Solid understanding of planning tools such as Primavera P6 and project controls processes.

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management.
• Exceptional decision-making and strategic planning abilities.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• High proficiency in project management methodologies and tools