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Job Description:
Program Director – Water & Wastewater Projects - PMC Role, Abu Dhabi & Al Ain
Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Program Director to lead the Program Management Services for Emergency Projects on behalf of our client providing Water Solutions in Abu Dhabi. The Program Director will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the Emergency Projects Program, providing strategic leadership, governance, and integration across multiple high-risk water and wastewater initiatives delivered under a DB/DBO framework.
What You'll Be Doing:
This role is part of the Program Management Services for Emergency Projects. The Program Director acts as the single point of accountability for the client's Emergency Projects.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the PMC team and stakeholders
Oversee program governance, performance, and compliance with client requirements
Lead coordination across design Work Orders, DB/DBO delivery, and construction overview
Support client's executive decision-making through clear reporting and advice
Manage key stakeholder and authority interfaces
Oversee risk, commercial exposure, and escalation of critical issues
Ensure alignment between program objectives, design intent, and delivered assets.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 20+ years of experience in major infrastructure programs, preferably wastewater/water sectors.
Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles (Program Director / Project Director)
Strong experience in PMC / PMO roles for water and wastewater projects
Proven experience managing DB/DBO or EPC delivery models
Deep understanding of program governance, risk, and stakeholder management
Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
PMP or P.E./Chartered Engineer preferred.
GCC experience, preferably in Abu Dhabi
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