Project Director

Parsons

Lead end-to-end project delivery across design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning

Establish and implement project governance frameworks including Project Execution Plan, Quality Management Plan, and Health and Safety Plan

Serve as the primary interface with Client representatives, regulatory authorities, ministries, and major contractors

Oversee systems integration across civil works, track, structures, MEP, rolling stock, signaling, and operational readiness

Manage contracts, variations, scope optimization, and commercial controls to safeguard project interests

Collaborate with Parsons executive leadership to capture lessons learned and strengthen rail market positioning

Ensure full compliance with UAE rail regulations and coordination with Abu Dhabi and federal agencies

Lead multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring accountability and performance across all workstreams

Manage value engineering, risk governance, schedule assurance, and cost control strategies

Promote a culture of innovation, sustainability, digital engineering, and safety excellence

Monitor project milestones and produce executive-level progress, assurance, and risk reports

Conduct regular strategic review meetings to maintain unified direction and delivery consistency

Skills Set

Mega rail project management

Multidisciplinary technical oversight

Contract and commercial management

Systems integration

Digital engineering tools (BIM, PMIS, digital twins)

Stakeholder and authority engagement

Risk management and governance

Quality and safety leadership

Executive reporting and communication