Project Director

The Project Director (Program manager) is responsible for leading the planning , coordination, execution, and delivery of project components within parallel initiatives for the Long-Term Water Infrastructure Program. This crucial leadership role involves overseeing and delivering the project’s development , design, and construction activities, managing stakeholder engagement, ensuring technical excellence, adhering to schedules, controlling costs, and maintaining contract and regulatory compliance. The position requires close collaboration with stakeholders, off-takers, regulatory and permitting agencies , construction managers, design teams , technical experts, subcontractors, operations and maintenance leads, permitting and environmental specialists, other key resources and client representatives. You will be doing: Program & Stakeholder Leadership Lead engagement with WIFA, regulators, and cross-border partners; represent the program in governance and executive forums. Project Delivery Oversee design and construction, ensuring performance across scope, schedule, cost, and quality; monitor execution and contractor performance. Planning & Controls Drive project planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting; ensure strong cost and schedule discipline. Technical & Cross-Functional Leadership Coordinate across engineering, construction, and permitting teams; resolve complex technical challenges and ensure design alignment. Risk, Compliance & HSE Manage risks proactively; ensure full compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards. Leadership & Team Management Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams to deliver high performance. What you need: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field. 10+ years in managing large-scale infrastructure or water/wastewater construction projects , preferably with involvement in early development stages. Familiarity with Arizona regulatory frameworks and Water Rights Exchange mechanisms . Experience in DB, DBFOM, EPC, or complex multi-stakeholder delivery models. Professional certifications (PMP, CM, PE, CCM) strongly preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACCIONA