Project Director (Direct Hire – Field Work)Location: Tulsa, OK (Local OR Open to Relocate) Positions: 2 Work Type: Full-Time | Field-Based Work Schedule: Flexible HoursSkills: Power Generation. Combined Cycle Plant. PE License, PMP, Power BI, Oracle Primavera, Leadership, EPCSeeking experienced Project Directors to lead the execution of complex energy infrastructure projects across natural gas, liquids, and power systems.
This role requires strong engineering leadership, strategic planning, and end-to-end project execution experience within the oil & gas sector. The Project Director will guide multidisciplinary teams and oversee the design, construction, and delivery of major capital projects such as pipelines, compressor stations, processing plants, and power generation units. This is a hands-on, field-focused role offering strategic impact and leadership visibility.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & StrategyLead cross-functional teams including engineers, project managers, designers, and technical specialists.Oversee technical and business alignment of all project phases—from planning through commissioning.Drive multi-year departmental budgets, forecasting, and cost controls.Manage complex engineering programs and ensure adherence to organizational standards and safety protocols.Technical Project ExecutionOversee the design, review, and approval of detailed engineering and project documentation.Evaluate technical alternatives and perform risk assessments to support strategic decision-making.Ensure project execution aligns with DOT design standards and industry best practices.Implement scalable processes, workflows, and tools for efficient project delivery.Financial & Operational OversightDevelop and control project budgets, schedules, and resource plans.Utilize tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, Oracle, and analytics platforms like Power BI.Maintain performance metrics, project reporting, and data-driven forecasting.Stakeholder & Contractor ManagementFoster partnerships with contractors, EPC partners, producers, and cross-functional business teams.Communicate project milestones, risks, and progress to senior leadership.Ensure contractor alignment and compliance with company requirements.Additional DutiesLead strategic initiatives across engineering and construction groups.Support continuous improvement activities and operational readiness.Ability to travel up to 25% as required.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering or related fieldMinimum 7 years in engineering, project controls, commercial operations, or project management within Oil & GasStrong technical, analytical, and leadership capabilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office, engineering design review, and project execution workflowsExperience with project scheduling tools such as:Microsoft ProjectPrimaveraOracle ApplicationsDemonstrated ability to manage complex infrastructure projectsStrong interpersonal and organizational skillsCommitment to safety as the highest priorityMaster's degree in Engineering or related field + 5+ years industry experienceProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationExperience with:Power generation facilitiesCombined Cycle PlantsEPC project deliveryAdvanced reporting tools such as Power BI