Project Director

Walbridge has an excellent opportunity for a Project Director to lead multiple Project Managers or Joint Venture Partners on projects from inception to project completion. The Project Director is responsible for all matters pertaining to the project and project execution and the project's safety, quality, schedule and financial goals.

We want you to join our team.

Through industry-leading innovation our company has forged a legacy of quality and safety since our founding in 1916.

What we offer

A safe, inclusive environment where employees are valued for their contributions
• Career planning, development & growth
• Outstanding training programs

Why Walbridge

• Large organization with award-winning projects, yet small enough for you to make an impact
• Strong values which are the foundation of our growth for over 100 years
• International, regional and local recognition for stand-out projects, safety, sustainability, culture, wellness and diversity

• Ensure accountability to the client for team performance.
• Mobilize to the job site as needed and oversee the project's commercial success until client acceptance.
• Understand contract requirements and guide the Project Team accordingly.
• Adhere to business and legal policies to mitigate risks.
• Provide leadership from preconstruction through the warranty phase.
• Familiarize with the As-Sold Scope of Work and Estimate.
• Coordinate and manage necessary resources and tools for project execution.
• Chair contract and project kick-off meetings with the team.
• Communicate project objectives and align the team effectively.
• Monitor team performance and ensure safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals are met.
• Lead the project forecasting process.
• Ensure adherence to HSE, security, and quality standards throughout the project.

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience and training.
• 10+ years of domestic/international experience, including project management in contract-based companies.
• Led projects worth $100M+, preferably in industrial/manufacturing sectors.
• Broad knowledge of construction, engineering processes, procurement, project controls, and contract management.
• Effective communicator with clients and project teams.

• Exemplifies core values professionally and personally.
• Contributes to profit and process improvements.
• Strategic thinker and strong communicator (writing, speaking, presentations).
• Displays loyalty, commitment, and adeptness at negotiation and diplomacy.
• Successful mentor and team developer.
• Resilient under adversity; prioritizes team welfare with humility.
• Engages in community involvement.

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.

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