The Director of Capital Projects (Mechanical Scope) leads the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale mechanical infrastructure and industrial projects, including power plants, oil & gas facilities, manufacturing, or other capital-intensive sectors. This role oversees mechanical engineering, procurement, and construction activities, ensuring alignment with strategic, budgetary, safety, and quality goals.
Provide strategic leadership for all mechanical aspects of capital project development, from feasibility to commissioning.
Oversee mechanical design reviews, vendor selection, procurement strategies, and contractor management.
Ensure adherence to project schedules, cost estimates, and quality standards across all mechanical systems (e.g., turbines, HVAC, piping, boilers, heavy equipment).
Lead risk management, change control, and contingency planning specific to mechanical scope.
Establish governance, reporting structures, and project controls for mechanical work packages.
Interface with EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants, and internal departments (engineering, operations, finance).
Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and mechanical standards (ASME, API, ISO).
Drive performance of internal project teams and third-party partners through KPIs and reviews.
Prepare and present executive-level project reports and mechanical performance summaries to the board or steering committee.
Develop and mentor senior engineers and project managers under mechanical scope.
Lead design and installation of turbines, rotating equipment, pressure vessels, piping, and mechanical utilities in line with plant or facility objectives.
Oversee mechanical deliverables at every phase – concept, basic & detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and handover.
Manage mechanical budgets, monitor cost-to-complete, and implement corrective actions for scope creep, delays, or supplier risks.
Ensure project compliance with relevant mechanical codes and regulations (ASME, API, ASTM, NFPA, etc.).
Align all mechanical workstreams with multidisciplinary teams, EPC partners, OEMs, and regulatory bodies.
Promote a safety-first culture and enforce mechanical-specific safety practices, inspections, and audits.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Experience: 15–20+ years in mechanical engineering & project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role delivering large capital projects
Certifications: PMP®, PMI-SP®, or similar (preferred); Chartered Engineer (optional)
Preferred Industry: Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Industrial Manufacturing, Utilities, Infrastructure
Strong leadership in multi-million-dollar mechanical EPC/EPCM projects
Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating and static equipment
Proficient in project management tools (Primavera, MS Project, SAP, etc.)
Excellent contract negotiation and vendor management skills
Ability to engage cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
High emotional intelligence and people development orientation
Based at headquarters or project sites (may require domestic/international travel)
Long working hours during peak execution phases or commissioning
Exposure to construction environments, rotating machinery, and field operations
Must comply with all PPE and safety guidelines during site visits