Talent Pool - Program Director - PMC

About Hill International:

Hill International is a globally recognized construction consultancy specializing in program and project management, cost control, risk mitigation, and contract administration. With a strong presence across the Middle East, Hill is trusted to lead some of the region's most ambitious and iconic development programs.

Position Overview:

Hill International is seeking a seasoned Program Director to lead the execution of high-value, multi-project construction and infrastructure programs under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model. This role represents the client at the highest level and ensures integrated delivery of all program components covering design, procurement, construction, stakeholder engagement, and strategic alignment.

The Program Director will oversee a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across all aspects of the program lifecycle (initiation to handover).

• Act as the single point of accountability to the client for program success and performance.

• Establish, manage, and lead multi-disciplinary PMC teams across several projects.

• Ensure consistency, quality, and alignment of individual project outcomes to the broader program vision and objectives.

• Oversee planning, budgeting, risk management, value engineering, and change control processes at program level.

• Manage key interfaces among multiple contractors, consultants, government authorities, and stakeholders.

• Develop and monitor program-level KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting tools.

• Lead governance processes, client progress reviews, and board-level reporting.

• Ensure strict adherence to safety, environmental, and compliance requirements across all projects.

• Identify and resolve strategic issues or risks that could impact the overall success of the program.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline.

• Masters degree in Engineering, Management, or Business (MBA) is preferred.

• Minimum 25 years of experience in the construction industry, with at least 10 years in a program leadership capacity on large-scale, multi-project programs.

• Proven track record of delivering billion-dollar infrastructure or mixed-use programs in the Middle East under PMC models.

• Expertise in managing multiple project delivery teams across different disciplines.

• Strong knowledge of international standards (FIDIC, NEC, ISO) and regional construction laws and practices.

Key Competencies:

• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational development skills.

• Expert client engagement and relationship management.

• High-level decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder alignment abilities.

• Proficient in program and portfolio management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Power BI, etc.).

Note: This is a talent pool opportunity. Applications will be reviewed for future openings aligned with Hill International's pipeline of projects across the Middle East. Suitable candidates will be contacted as soon as relevant opportunities become available.