Job Description:
Our client is a leading construction and project management firm with a proven track record of delivering landmark projects across the APAC region. They specialize in complex, high-value developments including commercial, residential, infrastructure, and industrial projects. Currently, they are seeking an experienced and strategic Regional Project Director to oversee major construction projects across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The ideal candidate will bring leadership, operational excellence, and deep technical expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full project lifecycle from pre-construction through completion across multiple geographies in APAC.
- Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management activities.
- Build and lead cross-functional project teams, including contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
- Manage client relationships, ensuring regular communication, satisfaction, and expectation alignment.
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
- Provide strong leadership in dispute resolution and contract negotiation.
- Lead project reviews, reporting regularly to senior management on progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in collaboration with the business development team.
- Mentor and develop the next generation of project leaders within the company.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field Master's Degree preferred.
- At least 15 years of construction project management experience, with at least 5 years at the leadership/director level.
- Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-country projects across the APAC region.
- Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies, project controls, and contract management (FIDIC experience is a plus).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong commercial acumen with an ability to drive project profitability.
- Fluent in English proficiency in additional APAC languages is an advantage.
- Willingness to travel extensively across the APAC region as required.
EA Licence No: 23S1615
