Project Director

Position Overview: The Project Director – Transmission Construction is responsible for the planning, execution, and finalization of assigned transmission construction projects. This role ensures that all projects are completed in accordance with performance standards, budget constraints, and timeline requirements. The Project Director will utilize resources efficiently, coordinate efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants, and oversee every phase of the project lifecycle. This includes defining project objectives, overseeing quality control, managing change orders, and negotiating contract terms throughout the project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Management:

• Direct and manage assigned projects from initiation to completion, ensuring that each project adheres to defined timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Set clear project expectations with team members and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals and deliverables.
• Define and establish project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Identify and address issues, conflicts, or obstacles that arise within the project team or with external stakeholders, proactively resolving challenges.
• Track and manage project milestones, deliverables, and overall progress, ensuring that key objectives are met on time.
• Oversee project change management, including managing changes in scope, addressing potential crises, and developing contingency plans to minimize disruptions.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and vendors essential to the success of the project.

Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure that all aspects of the project comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to quality control processes throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring high standards of work are maintained.
• Understand and adhere to all policies, codes, and regulations applicable to the position and company, ensuring full compliance at every stage of the project.

Contract and Vendor Management:

• Negotiate and manage contract terms with vendors, contractors, and consultants, ensuring that all agreements are aligned with project goals and deliverables.
• Oversee the execution of third-party contracts, ensuring that all services are delivered according to agreed-upon specifications and timelines.
• Manage procurement of materials and services necessary for the project, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.

Financial Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial resources are utilized efficiently, and project costs stay within the approved budget.
• Approve project-related expenditures and track financial performance, making adjustments as necessary to stay on target.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing transmission construction projects, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams, resolve conflicts, and build effective business relationships.
• Extensive knowledge of transmission construction industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing project budgets and contract negotiations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or construction management.
• Experience with large-scale, multi-phase transmission construction projects.