Job Information
Parsons Corporation Project Director - Infrastructure in United Arab Emirates
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Job Description:
Project Director – Infrastructure ( Roads and Utilities)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
We are supporting a leading master developer in the UAE in the appointment of a Project Director to lead the delivery of major infrastructure works, with a strong focus on roads and utilities, within large-scale construction programs.
The Project Director will oversee the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, acting as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities. This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Act as the primary representative with clients, contractors, consultants, and government authorities
Lead the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects, with a focus on roads, utilities, and associated works
Oversee project execution plans, including health & safety, quality assurance/control, and risk management frameworks
Manage and direct multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal resource allocation and performance
Monitor project progress, budgets, schedules, and KPIs to ensure successful delivery
Identify and mitigate risks, delays, and cost overruns through proactive planning and corrective actions
Lead commercial discussions, including scope changes, claims, and variations
Ensure full compliance with local regulations, standards, and client requirements
Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders on project status, key milestones, and critical issues
Support stakeholder engagement and maintain strong relationships with all project parties
Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices across project delivery
What Required Skills You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Minimum 20+ years of experience in infrastructure project delivery, with a strong emphasis on construction
Proven track record delivering large-scale roads and utilities projects.
Extensive experience managing large, multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
Mandatory Middle East experience.
In-depth knowledge of infrastructure standards and regulations.
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:
Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent is an advantage
Experience working with major developers or government entities in the UAE
Strong familiarity with Abu Dhabi authorities, approval processes, and regulatory frameworks
Experience in PMC, client-side, or developer-side roles
Strategic mindset with the ability to align project delivery with broader business objectives
Proven ability to drive performance, accountability, and team development in large organization
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.