Overview of the role

The Director - Infrastructure Delivery plays a critical role in strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and contractor oversight to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position spans all project phases, from design and planning to construction, involving input on logistics, contractor selection, and tendering. During construction, the Director leads a team of client-side managers and consultants, conducting hands-on site supervision and interfacing with contractors. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience delivering major infrastructure projects and significant Middle East construction site expertise.

What you will do

• Define project objectives, scope, and success criteria in collaboration with organizational leadership.
• Provide guidance on construction methodologies, logistics, packaging, approvals, procurement and buildability.
• Oversee the selection of contractors, and suppliers to align with project goals.
• Develop and implement project governance frameworks to ensure effective decision-making and accountability.
• Manage the progress of all project phases, from input to concept and design, to construction and handover.
• Ensure alignment with the project brief, organizational standards, and client expectations.
• Manage contract negotiations and oversee compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations and approvals.
• Act as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders and Project Management Consultants.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication across all parties involved in the project.
• Address concerns, resolve conflicts, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Define reporting requirements and manage contractor’s timely delivery of the same.
• Lead high level meetings with the contractors for review of progress, planning, costs and quality.
• Manage the PMC’s / Cost Consultant site teams in the administration of the project works.
• Maintain rigorous Change Control procedures to ensure full documentation and approval of variations, including site instructions. 
• Conduct regular financial reviews and implement cost control measures where necessary.
• Approve contractor valuations, monitor payments, and oversee financial reporting.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to avoid delays, cost overruns, and quality issues.
• Establish contingency plans and manage risk escalation procedures.

Skills

Required Skills to be successful

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction project management, with substantial experience in client-side roles.
• Proven expertise in delivering large-scale and high-value infrastructure construction projects.
• Middle East experience of large-scale projects.

What equips you for the role

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.