Project Director-Aviation

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering, and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy, and the built environment to create a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. The Egis Group boasts over 50 years of experience and a team of 16,000 employees in more than 120 countries worldwide. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, firmly committed to sustainability and innovation.

Complex and challenging, globally networked, highly regulated, and safety-critical – yet also influenced by market forces and ‘shocks’ – it’s hardly surprising that few firms can claim to understand the aviation industry truly. We do. With more than 4,000 successful projects delivered in over 100 countries for over 50 years, Egis has been dedicated to ensuring safe, smooth, and sustainable aviation for all who fly. Our teams consist of consultants, engineers, and operational experts based in several locations, primarily in France, the UK, the Middle East, and Asia. From consulting to operations, through engineering and project management, we address the global needs of all our customers, including ANSPs, industry players, and governments, enhancing the efficiency and safety of operations through nearly every significant change in the industry.
 

Egis is looking for an experienced Project Director to work in the Aviation Service Line, based in the Philippines. This will support our operations regionally, manage a portfolio of strategic projects for the Service Line.

• Project Leadership and Oversight:
• Lead and oversee the entire aviation project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.
• Monitor project performance, provide direction, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all key stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management.

• Project Planning and Strategy:
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resources, budgets, and risk management strategies.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and clients.
• Set clear expectations for the project team and ensure all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.

• Resource and Budget Management:
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure timely completion of the project.
• Oversee project budgets, ensuring that the project remains on track financially.
• Monitor expenditures and financial forecasts, making adjustments as needed to maintain budgetary control.

• Team Management and Development:
• Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams, ensuring high levels of performance and collaboration.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages professional development and growth.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communication across all levels of the organization.

• Risk and Issue Management:
• Identify potential project risks and take proactive steps to mitigate them.
• Handle any project issues that arise, making decisions to keep the project moving forward.
• Maintain regular risk assessments to identify new challenges or obstacles and address them swiftly.

• Business development:
• Identify potential opportunities of Airport Design or masterplan projects in the region and work directly with Asia Aviation Director in pursuing these opportunities.
• Eventually, become bid for Airport opportunities and work with support of the Tender Unit to prepare technically sound proposals.

EDUCATION LEVEL

Degree in relevant engineering or architectural discipline

Master degree preferred but not essential.

Project Management Professional Certification beneficial

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 15 years’ experience within global engineering or consulting organisation.

Experience in managing engineering activities In the aviation sector

Experience in managing the whole life cycle of the project from planning, initiation, implementation and closure.

Experience working in Asia a must. Cultural understanding of Asian customers

SKILLS

Strongly proficient in MS Office, Planning and Project Controls methods

Demonstrated experience to work in international and multicultural environment