The roles of Project Director for prominent rail projects in RIDO represent senior leadership positions tasked with overseeing the strategic and operational facets of procuring and executing major rail infrastructure projects.
- You will steer your project through the procurement or delivery phase ensuring that the benefits and outcomes are realized in a safe integrated manner on time and within budget while adhering to the highest standards of safety quality and environmental compliance as well as managing stakeholder expectations and requirements.
- You will be accountable for leading and managing the designated project resources including consultants and contractors across a diverse team that includes delivery commercial engineering assurance communications engagement and project support functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct the clientside planning and delivery of major rail initiatives covering all stages from procurement through to commissioning handover and operational phases contingent on project status.
- Exhibit strong leadership in the preparation negotiation and of significant rail contracts and agreements with contractors suppliers and partners ensuring favourable terms for the organisation.
- Effectively manage major rail contracts and agreements with contractors suppliers and partners focusing on driving results and accountability.
- Develop and implement comprehensive project plans that set clear goals budgets timelines and resource requirements aligned with the strategic aims of the organization.
- Ensure that all projects comply with necessary technical standards legal regulations safety protocols environmental guidelines and internal procedures throughout their .
- Implement detailed risk assessment and management strategies considering technical financial legal and operational risks associated with projects to mitigate risks and ensure contingency plans are developed.
- Deliver strategic oversight of the projects financial management which involves budget planning financial forecasting and proactive engagement in acquiring necessary funding.
- Conduct regular project review meetings to track and report on progress against approved plans detailing actual or potential project variations risks issues mitigation strategies and recommendations to senior management.
- Champions accountability and project success making insightful and strategic decisions.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to forge and maintain productive relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders.
- Proficiently manages and conveys complex commercial contractual technical and delivery issues to senior management and key stakeholder groups.
Qualifications :
- Significant expertise in executing rail projects within brownfield settings.
- Proven capabilities in project leadership and management.
- Indepth understanding of rail industry regulations standards and best practices.
- Extensive background in managing rail projects showcasing a successful history of delivering intricate rail infrastructure initiatives.
- Holds a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management Commerce or a related discipline; a masters degree/MBA relevant advanced certifications (such as PMP or other recognized project management qualifications) or Chartered Engineer status is highly valued.
Additional Information :
Should you feel that this position is a suitable fit for you and you have the requisite skills and experience to thrive in this role we invite you to apply online today and take the next step in your professional journey!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime