Project Director

Company : Lobo Management Services

Job Description - Project Director

Our client is a prominent player in the automotive sector, currently embarking on a large-scale strategic initiative to establish and scale CKD (Completely Knocked Down) Assembly Plants across the region. We are seeking a seasoned Projects Director to spearhead the end-to-end strategic planning, execution, and operational stabilization of these high-value manufacturing projects.

This role requires a transformational leader who can bridge corporate strategy with on-site assembly operations, managing the transition from greenfield development to full-scale mass production.

The Role: Key Focus Areas

Turnkey Project Strategy: Lead the planning and execution of CKD assembly projects, including plant layout design, equipment installation, commissioning, and mass production trial runs.

Operational Leadership: Provide strategic oversight for multiple project managers and engineering teams across Body Shop, Paint Shop, and Trim & Chassis assembly lines.

Commercial & Financial Control: Full accountability for multi-million dollar project budgets, implementing rigorous financial controls, and ensuring optimized Capex and Opex forecasting.

Technical & CKD Coordination: Manage the technical Engineering Change Management (ECM) process, ensuring alignment between global kit suppliers and local assembly line modifications.

Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization: Oversee the complex import and warehousing of CKD kits, optimizing inventory management and logistics costs to ensure seamless production flow.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with global Principals, vendors, and government authorities to ensure full compliance with ISO standards and local regulatory requirements.

Candidate Requirements

Industry Experience: 20â25 years of heavyweight experience in the automobile industry, with a specific and proven track record in leading large-scale CKD/SKD assembly projects.

Technical Mastery: Deep functional knowledge of OEM production processes, including PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection), Lean manufacturing, and quality assurance protocols.

Project Management Expertise: Mastery of project management methodologies (MS Project, Primavera, or Jira) with the ability to manage complex interdependencies and high-level risk mitigation.

Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of corporate and project finance, with the ability to present executive briefings and financial reports to Senior Management and the Board.

Education: Bachelorâs degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering. A Masterâs in Engineering Management or an MBA is highly preferred.

Regional Mobility: Must be willing to lead the initial phase in Muscat, Oman, with a subsequent transition to Algeria as the project scales.

Key Behaviours & Attributes

Strategic Execution: The ability to translate high-level management goals into actionable, milestone-driven project plans.

Crisis Management: A calm and credible approach to solving technical roadblocks and supply chain disruptions under high-pressure timelines.

Leadership Excellence: A mentor-driven approach to building high-performing, cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of accountability.

Opportunity & Engagement

This is a high-visibility, career-defining role for a leader capable of delivering world-class automotive manufacturing infrastructure across multiple geographies.

Interested candidates are invited to share their profiles for a confidential discussion.

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Lobo Management Services

With over 25 years of rich executive search and recruitment experience in the MENA region, we strive to help our clients find and attract the right talent to help their organizations grow.

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