Project Director (Phoenix)

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.
• Bilingual English–Spanish
• Presence in location - Phoenix AZ .