Project Director (Remote Location)

Job description / Role

My client a large international contractor has an urgent opening for a Project Director on a large commercial project in a remote location in Saudi Arabia.

The successful applicant will direct major projects to ensure that construction meets all contractual requirements in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. Interface with Clients and Partners to have smooth site operation.

Roles & Responsibilities:
* Overview all project activities.
* Actively participate on implementation issues within the Project's Senior Management Team.
* Prepare and conduct presentations to Clients and potential Clients.
* Develop Client's focused environment within the organization with emphasis on the Company's value for Clients.
* Resolve conflicts that may arise with Clients and establish strong relations with them for the purpose of business growth in the interest of the Company.
* Establish at an early stage and manage a Project Core Team that can interact with the Client and conduct constructability reviews as required by the project.
* Direct the review and assess the integrity, frequency and value of all reporting, establishing revised systems where necessary to ensure that Project Management has the necessary up to date information to effectively manage the project to meet its objectives, providing any required reporting to Managing Office.

* BSc. In Engineering
* 20 years experience in the engineering field, involving in depth knowledge of several engineering disciplines
* Proven track record of Project Management
* Work experience covering both site and office work
* Natural decision maker
* Managerial and leadership skills
* Excellent Presentation & Negotiating skills

About the Company

Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors.

We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums.

With a database of 1,000's of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and have a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.