Project Director – CCGT Power Plant

About the role

The Project Director will lead the construction of the Taweelah C combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant, a 2.6 GW greenfield project in Abu Dhabi. Reporting to the Project Company, you will ensure the asset is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all plant construction activities, ensuring compliance with quality, schedule and budget agreements.
• Implement and manage HSSE programmes on‑site and off‑site, fostering a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate the Owner’s Engineer, local contractors, authorities and EPC contractors.
• Monitor EPC contractor compliance with contract terms, international standards and Owner requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the off‑taker, Owner’s Engineer, EPC contractor, operator and other stakeholders.
• Align technical and schedule interfaces across multiple contractors and ensure timely delivery of engineering packages and procurement items.
• Organise and lead construction progress meetings and report status to senior management.
• Identify, assess and escalate technical issues to protect the Project Company’s interests.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading large‑scale power‑plant construction projects (preferably CCGT or similar).
• Strong knowledge of EPC contract management and international construction standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage HSSE programmes and enforce safety compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a high‑pressure environment.

Required skills

• Construction project management
• HSSE implementation and monitoring
• EPC contract compliance
• Engineering and procurement coordination
• Construction scheduling and progress control