At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best ...
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best ...
Project Director I
San Juan, PR · On-site
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best ...
Project Director I
San Juan, PR · On-site
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best ...
PR · On-site
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
PR · On-site
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
PR · On-site
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
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PR · On-site
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
Our services include Project Management, Process, Automation, Facilities and Equipment CQV. MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our ...
Project Specialist IV
Guaynabo, PR · On-site
... Project Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. • Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of ...
Project Specialist IV
Guaynabo, PR · On-site
... Project Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. • Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of ...
Project Specialist IV
Guaynabo, PR · On-site
... Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and ...
Project Specialist IV
Guaynabo, PR · On-site
... Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and ...
... Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and ...
... Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager. Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and ...
Project Manager - (Puerto Rico)
San Juan, PR · On-site +1
Ability to lead and assist senior leadership and Project Director with project updates and opportunities for improvement and innovation. * In-depth knowledge of the use of Microsoft Project and Excel ...
Project Manager - (Puerto Rico)
San Juan, PR · On-site +1
Ability to lead and assist senior leadership and Project Director with project updates and opportunities for improvement and innovation. * In-depth knowledge of the use of Microsoft Project and Excel ...
Project Manager
Manati, PR · On-site
For Project Management services in Capital Projects. WHAT MAKES YOU A FIT: The Technical Part ... Provide direct support to both the Engineering and Manufacturing departments. * Utilize technical ...
Project Manager
Manati, PR · On-site
For Project Management services in Capital Projects. WHAT MAKES YOU A FIT: The Technical Part ... Provide direct support to both the Engineering and Manufacturing departments. * Utilize technical ...
Project Manager
Bayamon, PR · On-site
Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects. * Generates leads ... In conjunction with Safety Director, ensures the safety training, plans and equipment are provided ...
Project Manager
Bayamon, PR · On-site
Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects. * Generates leads ... In conjunction with Safety Director, ensures the safety training, plans and equipment are provided ...
Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
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Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
Project Manager
Dorado, PR · On-site
Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
Project Manager
Dorado, PR · On-site
Direct all phases of new product development projects from inception through completion from an Operations perspective. Lead project review sessions focusing on cost, schedule, and technical ...
PR · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Interface with Directors, SLT, Project Managers, Technical Services/QA, and vendors & contractors. Ensure alignment, manage escalations, and drive timely decisions across all levels. * Schedule ...
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PR · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Interface with Directors, SLT, Project Managers, Technical Services/QA, and vendors & contractors. Ensure alignment, manage escalations, and drive timely decisions across all levels. * Schedule ...
Participate in coordination meetings with the Project Director, Construction Manager, , engineers, and client representatives. * Support environmental compliance and minimize impacts to surrounding ...
Participate in coordination meetings with the Project Director, Construction Manager, , engineers, and client representatives. * Support environmental compliance and minimize impacts to surrounding ...
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
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Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
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PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
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PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
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PR · On-site
Project Manager Description: We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate capital ... Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority. * Self-motivated, proactive, and ...
Project Director information
What Is a Project Director?
A project director handles all aspects of project management for a business or organization. As a project director, your job duties may include hiring members of project teams and project managers, negotiating with contractors and vendors, overseeing budget allocations for multiple projects, making sure projects stay on schedule, and checking in with project managers regarding client and stakeholder meetings. You may also meet with management to pitch project proposals and explain how ongoing or future projects align with business goals.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Director, and why are they important?
How does a Project Director typically balance strategic oversight with hands-on project involvement?
What is the difference between Project Director vs Project Manager?
| Aspect | Project Director | Project Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple projects or programs, sets strategic goals, manages senior stakeholders | Manages individual projects, handles day-to-day operations, ensures project deliverables |
| Required Credentials | Often requires a bachelor's degree, PMP certification, and extensive experience | Typically requires a bachelor's degree, PMP or CAPM certification, and project management experience |
| Work Environment | Executive-level, strategic planning, often in corporate or large organizational settings | Operational, team management, on-site or remote project execution |
| Industry Usage | Common in large corporations, government agencies, and consulting firms | Widely used across industries for project execution at various scales |
The main difference between a Project Director and a Project Manager lies in scope and strategic involvement. The Project Director oversees multiple projects and aligns them with organizational goals, while the Project Manager focuses on managing individual projects to ensure successful delivery.
What does a Project Director do?

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 20 days ago
Fluor rating
7.3
Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
247th of 352 rated engineering
Job description
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you're invited to apply for this role.
Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering highvalue technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Job Description The purpose of this position is to perform the essential project management job duties and functions as listed below with the overall objective of establishing an execution framework on the project that complies with the contract and ensures the safety, quality, value, timeliness, and Fluor profitability of the completed project
This position performs all project management responsibilities on medium to large sized and moderate to high risk engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) projects. This position may also be assigned responsibility for a substantial area of a mega project. When acting in the role of a Proposal Manager, this position is responsible for managing completion of technical and commercial proposals, providing project planning, means and methods of project execution and strategy, schedule preparation, cost estimating, and Project Execution and Commercial Execution Strategy.
Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) is emphasized throughout all phases of the project Ensure execution of all aspects of the project in accordance with contractual obligations, Fluor's Operating System Requirements (OSR) and the relevant Operating System Implementation Plan (OSIP) Ensure full compliance with Fluor prime contract with regard to client reporting, notifications, project system start-up and close-out requirements Establish the project baseline (as defined in the OSR), and ensure that it is fully documented, updated throughout all project phases, and appropriately communicated to Fluor project team Deliver the project in accordance with the project execution and commercial baselines Other duties as assigned Basic Job Requirements Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twelve (12) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to sixteen (16) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Other Job Requirements Participate in Fluor University Utilize Knowledge Management processes to capture, support, and leverage relevant knowledge to enhance project execution Participate in sales and marketing efforts Preferred Qualifications Jobsite experience and understanding of construction safety program Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience in engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) project management Project or area management experience in international locations and diverse cultural environments is recommended Demonstration of successful performance as project manager on a minimum of two (2) medium to large sized projects or multiple project assignments in a significant role on large to very large sized EPFC/CM projects Completion of all required in-house project management courses in addition to courses obtained from university or other qualified sources Good knowledge and experience on project design, engineering, procurement, material management, construction, commissioning, start up, turn over work processes, sequencing, and interfaces Project Controls and Finance including understanding of: - Scheduling (including work force loading) - Progress measurement - Risk assessment and management - Code of accounts - Work breakdown structure - Change management - Cost control - Estimating process and planning - Global Pricing Model (GPM), Project Status Review (PSR) and Project Margin Analysis, Report (PMAR) development and reporting General understanding of contract law and when to engage legal Regulatory requirements including permitting Understanding of project funding Experience of multiple commercial executions structures including Lump Sum/Reimbursable/Guaranteed Maximum price (Gmax) Proactive - goal orientated with the initiative to influence events positively, lead Fluor project team, and influence client for decision making Ability to resolve complex problems and to be comfortable in complex project or business environments Ability to set and maintain high standards of self performance with responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks Demonstration of innovation, initiative, maturity, and sound judgment Ability to influence a group of diverse individuals, each with their own goals, needs, and perspectives, to work together effectively for the good of a project Mobility - for example, relocating to site locations We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law. Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security.
Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses. Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
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Fluor provides technical and professional solutions that deliver safe, well-executed, capital efficient projects to clients around the world. Fluor has been providing engineering, procurement, and construction services for more than 100 years. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions to address our client's needs is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us achieve our goals.
Industry
Construction
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Irving, TX, US
Year founded
1912