Senior Project Director

1 week ago

QAT Doha PIL Office, Qatar Parsons Full time
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Job Description:

Senior Project Director ( Construction) - Infrastructure

Doha, Qatar

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Project Director to lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of large-scale infrastructure construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing overall strategic direction, leadership, and oversight of multiple construction programs, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The portfolio may include transportation networks, drainage and utilities, tunneling works, public realm developments, and other major civil infrastructure works.

What You Will Be Doing:


• Lead and manage the execution of a portfolio of complex construction projects from mobilization to final handover.


• Establish project governance, reporting, and control systems to ensure effective monitoring of schedule, cost, quality, and safety.


• Direct and coordinate the work of project managers, resident engineers, and site teams to ensure consistent delivery performance.


• Maintain proactive communication and engagement with clients, authorities, contractors, and other key stakeholders.


• Drive construction progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies at portfolio level.


• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements and industry best practices.


• Oversee contract administration, claims management, and change control processes.


• Contribute to strategic planning and business development through market insights and client relationship building.

What Required Skills You'll Bring


• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline from a recognized Western institution (Master's preferred).


• Minimum 20+ years of professional experience in infrastructure construction management, with significant experience at program or portfolio level.


• Proven track record in successfully delivering multi-billion-dollar construction programs, including roads, drainage, utilities, tunneling, and major civil works.


• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) certification is mandatory.


• Strong knowledge of international construction standards, contracts (FIDIC or equivalent), and Gulf-region regulations.

Demonstrated leadership in managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring


• Exceptional strategic planning, risk management, and decision-making skills.


• Strong financial and contractual management capabilities.


• Ability to foster collaboration across multiple teams and contractors.


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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