Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of approximately 4,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 10,000 worldwide.
Job DescriptionWhy This Role Matters
The Project Director is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large-scale marine construction projects. This role carries full accountability for project P&L, execution strategy, and delivery performance, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The position requires a hands-on leader from a Tier 1 marine contractor background, with proven experience in delivering complex marine works such as breakwaters, dredging, reclamation, quay walls, and port infrastructure.
What You’ll Drive
- Supervise and coordinate activities for the successful completion of the project(s) in accordance with client requirements, organizational policies/procedures, contract terms, and specified time and cost parameters.
- Coach and mentor project managers working under them
- Establish the organizational chart and project processes to ensure the proper functioning of the support team in various sections, in accordance with company policies.
- Address processes malfunctions as needed and motivate staff effectively.
- Coordinate activities on the project(s) among different trades and departments.
- Validate contractual options, whether they are technical, financial, or time related.
- Validate legal matters, with the agreement of the Six Construct legal department.
- Manage contractual and financial follow-up and budget control.
- Approve all engagements related to the project.
- Conclude supply and sub-contracts after preparatory work by the support team, including pre-contract quality and performance audits.
- Engage in social contacts and public relations to benefit the company.
- Coordinate with all third parties, negotiate with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors throughout all stages of the project life cycle, and participate in handling tenders and contracts.
- Implement project budgets and allocate resources, enforce project standards, conduct technical reviews, manage team.
You’re a Great Fit If You Have
- Proven experience working with Tier 1 marine contractors
- Willingness to work on a rotational schedule of 6 weeks on-site followed by 6 weeks off.
- Minimum 15-20 years of experience in marine construction
- Currently or recently in a Project Director / Senior Project Manager role
- Experienced people and team manager, seeking consensus and demonstrating good listening skills.
- Advanced understanding of contract management.
- Is a natural organizer with deep understanding of process management within an organization.
- Holds deep knowledge of marine construction works, both technically and practically.
- Has the ability to rapidly assess issues, develop alternative solutions, and implement pragmatic strategies.
- Excellent communicator, both internally and externally.
- Demonstrates proficiency in negotiating at a high level and in complex environments.
- Exhibits professionalism, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a results-oriented approach.
- Holds a high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
- Commercially gifted.
- Fluent in English, and additional European language, such as French or Portuguese, is considered an asset.
- Willingness to relocate as required by business needs
Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us
- Competitive Benefits
- Positive Workplace Culture
- Opportunity to work with a leading international construction group
- Exposure to large-scale, high-impact projects in the Middle East
- Collaborative, diverse, and professional work environment
- Career growth and development opportunities
Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.
Skills Required
- Proven experience working with Tier 1 marine contractors
- Willingness to work on a rotational schedule of six weeks on-site followed by six weeks off
- 15–20 years of experience in marine construction
- Current or recent experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager
- Experienced people and team manager
- Advanced understanding of contract management
- Strong process management and organizational skills
- Deep technical and practical knowledge of marine construction works
- Ability to assess issues, develop solutions, and implement pragmatic strategies
- Excellent internal and external communication skills
- High-level negotiation experience in complex environments
- Professional, entrepreneurial, results-oriented approach
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong commercial capability
- Fluent English
- French or Portuguese language skills
- Willingness to relocate as required by business needs
What We Do
BESIX Group is a multidisciplinary Belgian construction group with over 115 years of experience, operating in more than 25 countries. It specializes in complex construction, infrastructure, and marine works, as well as property development and concessions. The company provides full-service expertise across a project's entire life cycle, from financing and design to construction, operation, and maintenance.
