Project Director / Construction Director

Etihad Development Company is an Etihad Water & Electricity subsidiary for infrastructure development acting as a leading developer for infrastructure projects including power and water. We are focused on delivering major infrastructure projects across the GCC and CIS regions, spanning Renewable, Conventional Power and Environment technologies.Role Overview We are currently seeking a Construction Director OR Project Director for our 30 MIGD SWRO Project in Ghalilah, U.A.E.Role PurposeThe Construction Director (CD) shall be responsible for the complete management and delivery of the Project during the development, engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover phases. The CD shall ensure that the Project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all contractual, technical, quality, environmental, and operational requirements.The CD shall lead all Project execution functions including Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Project Controls, QA/QC, Owner's Engineering, Testing and Commissioning activities and shall coordinate all interfaces with Contractors, Consultants, the Owner's Engineer, lenders, and the Off-taker. Key ResponsibilitiesProject LeadershipLead the overall execution of the 30 MIGD SWRO Project from notice to proceed through commercial operation.Ensure achievement of project objectives related to safety, quality, cost, schedule, and performance.Establish project execution plans, procedures, and governance mechanisms.Engineering and Design ManagementManage all engineering and design activities.Ensure designs comply with project specifications, applicable standards, permit requirements, and performance guarantees.Coordinate reviews and approvals with the Owner's Engineer and relevant stakeholders.Manage technical interfaces with existing facilities, including the existing 15 MIGD plant, Phase I Expansion, water storage tanks, and export pumping station. Project ControlsDirect all project planning, scheduling, cost control, progress measurement, reporting, and risk management activities.Establish baseline schedules and monitor critical path performance.Prepare monthly project performance reports for the SPV Board, lenders, and stakeholders.Implement corrective actions to mitigate delays and cost overruns.Procurement and Contract ManagementOversee procurement strategy and major equipment acquisition.Manage EPC contractor and key supplier performance.Lead evaluation and management of contractual claims, variations, and disputes.Ensure delivery of long-lead equipment in line with project schedule.Construction ManagementDirect all site construction activities and contractor management.Ensure works are executed safely and in accordance with approved procedures.Coordinate multiple contractors and stakeholders working on site.Manage site logistics, interfaces, permits, and temporary facilities.Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)Establish and implement the Project Quality Management System.Ensure compliance with applicable international standards and project specifications.Monitor inspections, audits, testing activities, and quality performance.Lead resolution of quality non-conformances and corrective actions.Owner's Engineering (OE) ManagementManage Owner's Engineer activities and technical reviews.Coordinate design verification, technical due diligence, and lender technical requirements.Ensure compliance with independent engineer and lender requirements.Testing and CommissioningLead planning and execution of pre-commissioning, commissioning, performance testing, and reliability testing.Ensure achievement of contractual production, quality, and performance guarantees.Coordinate plant acceptance and commercial operation milestones.Stakeholder CoordinationInterface with EWE, Sponsors, contractors, Owner's Engineer, lenders' technical advisors, regulatory authorities, and permitting agencies.Provide regular progress uCDates to the EMD and SPV Board.Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Engineering.Minimum 18 years' experience in major water, desalination, or infrastructure projects.Minimum 10 years in senior project management or project director roles.Strong experience in SWRO desalination plants, water infrastructure, testing and commissioning, and project-financed developments.