Project Director (Roads/Bridges) – Bid Opportunity

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

This requirement is for a bid opportunity only at this stage. Any engagement will be subject to successful project award and final client approval.

The Project Director will provide overall leadership and strategic direction for PMCM services on roads and bridges projects, acting as the primary point of accountability for project performance and client satisfaction. The role will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that all project objectives are achieved in line with contractual obligations and corporate standards.

Subject to project award, the successful candidate will lead project planning, mobilization, execution, and close-out activities, while establishing robust governance, reporting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination processes. They will oversee project controls, construction supervision interfaces, consultant and contractor performance, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

The Project Director will also be expected to maintain strong relationships with clients, government authorities, contractors, and key stakeholders, while supporting business growth through opportunity identification, bid support, and strategic client engagement where required.

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead and direct PMCM delivery for major roads and bridges projects from inception through completion, subject to award.
• Serve as the senior client interface and ensure effective stakeholder management at all levels.
• Provide leadership to project managers, discipline leads, construction management teams, and support functions.
• Establish and monitor project delivery strategies, execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Ensure effective management of scope, risk, change control, quality, HSE, and commercial performance.
• Oversee design coordination, construction supervision, contract administration, and project controls functions.
• Drive timely decision-making and resolution of technical, contractual, and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, local regulations, and company procedures.
• Prepare and present executive-level progress reports, dashboards, and performance updates.
• Support recruitment, mentoring, and development of project team members.
• Contribute to bid preparation, technical proposals, and strategic positioning for future PMCM opportunities.

Profile/Skills

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.