Project Director - Landside - Airport Central Services

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Project Overview:

Great infrastructure transforms communities. Our customers’ projects have a higher purpose – their roads, rail, communications, airports and energy projects are a gateway to a modern prosperous world.

A world that caters for growing populations and keeps up with rapid technological change; a world that is resilient to economic and geophysical setbacks; a world powered by cleaner energy and systems that accelerate the path to global decarbonization; a world connected by smart and affordable transport networks to empower disenfranchised communities and unlock access to opportunities. 

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team that monitors contractor planning, safety, quality, construction, workplace relations, testing, commissioning, and completion and turnover. You will be involved in the management of key stakeholder and third-party interfaces though all stages of delivery including ORAT.

You will monitor that the contractor is compliant with project policies, procedures, site rules and procedures, and is performing within specifications and schedules.

The hiring process for this position involves customer approval.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manages project planning and execution for assigned scope.
• The Program Director shall have demonstrated leadership and abilities to build a cohesive team focused on the safe and timely delivery of the assigned scope.
• Overseeing the preparation of a consolidated Request for Tender document (collating and reviewing inputs from 3rd Party Designers, and Service Providers). 
• Actively participating through the procurement phase including evaluations and recommendations to award.
• Manages construction (and design components if a D&C deed) through to practical completion including commissioning phases and ORAT support (as applicable) to assure compliance with the contract obligations relative to safety, environment, sustainability, quality, schedule and budget.  
• Ensures the Capital Portfolio's safe working procedures and practices are fully understood and that such procedures and practices are being effectively implemented. 
• Manages defect period and handover of all documentation.  
• Ensures scope, design basis and objectives are defined, best practices/lessons learned reviewed, detailed work plans, schedules, budgets and procedures are established, including: Plan for addressing critical cross-functional work processes and systems, etc.
• Monitors contractual commitments to ensure that all work is being performed in accordance with the specifications, drawings and terms of the contract, that change orders and claims are processed in a timely manner.  Implements and maintains a change management control system.  
• Ensure the Contractor adheres to their reporting requirements as set out in the Contract, paying particular attention to completeness of information and timing of delivery. 

Leadership

• Manages the work efforts of managers or professionals.
• Responsible for staffing decisions, performance appraisals, and pay reviews.
• Supports the training of new team members as required, through both formal training courses and on-the-job training.
• Makes decisions based on business objectives and allocated resources.
• May be responsible for a major functional Program and not have any subordinate employees.
• Participates in planning and budgeting.
• Prepares, assembles or contributes to board reports.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Typically requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) & 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of major projects in the infrastructure and aviation industries. 
• Knowledge of the principles of health & safety, quality and environment legislation and best practice. 
• Known for high level of interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrable delivery of leadership and behavioural change within a large organisation and with outside organizations.
• Computer literate in MS Office and database applications as well as BIM environments required.
• Ability to influence and engage in a collaborative working environment with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining necessary levels of commercial awareness. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of major projects in the infrastructure and aviation industries. 
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved and current knowledge of new methods of design and construction. 
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrable delivery of leadership and behavioural change within a large organisation and with outside organizations.
• Ability to influence and engage in a collaborative working environment with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining necessary levels of commercial awareness.
• Prior delivery partner or client-side project management experience is preferred but not essential.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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