Project Director

Overall Mission

The Project Director leads and oversees a team of project managers and program managers responsible for delivering a portfolio or large‑scale program. He/She ensures excellence in project execution by driving performance across safety, quality, cost, and schedule, while providing strategic direction, governance, and operational support within a complex, multi‑project environment. This role combines portfolio leadership, team management, strategic alignment and cross‑functional coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and coordinate cross‑functional teams (subject matter experts, clients, suppliers) to effectively resolve complex technical, quality, schedule, risk and cost challenges.
• Manage priorities and workload across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring successful delivery within defined timelines.
• Define and implement project management frameworks, systems, and controls to ensure consistent, high‑quality, and reliable project delivery.
• Provide strategic direction to project managers and program managers to optimize cross‑functional collaboration and portfolio execution.
• Lead, coach and develop team members (project and program managers), supporting both current performance and future growth.
• Foster a strong team culture by recognizing achievements and proactively addressing performance gaps.
• Promote identification of additional business opportunities through client interactions and project delivery.
• Ensure early identification of risks and issues, and implement effective mitigation and corrective actions before impacting project outcomes.
• Contribute to resource planning and optimisation across the Business Unit to ensure efficient delivery of products and services.
• Support the development of long‑term operational strategies, including partnerships with key clients.

Accountabilities

• Ensure overall excellence in project and programme management across the assigned portfolio or Business Unit segment.
• Guarantee that all projects comply with contractual commitments in terms of scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Provide independent oversight and operational support to the full project portfolio in coordination with the EPMO.
• Contribute to short‑term execution strategies while supporting long‑term business objectives.
• Participate in cost estimation, strategic planning, and project set‑up for new business opportunities.
• Drive organisational efficiency through optimised resource allocation and execution strategies.

Working Relationships

• Manages a team of experienced professionals (project managers, program managers, and/or project controllers), typically up to 15 direct reports.
• Works closely with:
  • Business Unit leadership and segment managers
  • Project and programme managers
  • Engineering, operations and support functions
  • EPMO and internal governance teams
  • Clients, suppliers and partners

Profile

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, Construction Management or equivalent. An MBA is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in project and/or programme management within engineering, construction, manufacturing or nuclear environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing large, multidisciplinary and matrixed teams.
• Strong ability to analyse complex situations and make strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated experience in driving issue resolution through to closure.
• Solid understanding of:
  • Project and programme management methodologies
  • Contract management and commercial terms
  • Strategic planning and portfolio management
• Knowledge of the nuclear industry and regulatory environment is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with Westinghouse products and services is a plus.
• Strong experience in change management and driving operational improvements.
• Fluent English required; additional languages are a strong plus.
• Certifications such as PMP or PgMP are highly desirable.

Key Skills

Technical & Business Skills

• Portfolio and programme management
• Project governance and control systems
• Risk, cost and schedule management
• Contract and commercial understanding
• Strategic planning and execution
• Resource planning and optimisation

Leadership Skills

• Ability to lead and influence senior stakeholders
• Strong decision‑making in complex environments
• Coaching and development of managers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Change management and transformation leadership
• Ability to operate autonomously with limited supervision

What We Are Looking For

• Lead complex project portfolios with strong operational rigor.
• Provide clear strategic direction while ensuring execution excellence.
• Build and develop high‑performing teams of managers.
• Operate effectively in matrix and international environments.
• Drive performance, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders and clients.
• Balance short‑term delivery and long‑term strategic development.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration
• Peer‑to‑peer recognition programme
• Lunch vouchers
• Transportation allowance
• Work‑from‑home allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme: confidential counselling and resources for employees, eligible dependants and household members
• Learning and development opportunities
• Community service events and team‑building activities to strengthen bonds and inspire each other

Equal Opportunity Statement

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.