We are seeking an experienced Area Project Director (APD) to lead the execution of major industrial project area, based in Luleå. The role carries full accountability for delivering a defined scope safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
As Area Project Director, you will oversee the integrated delivery of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities across multiple construction areas, covering the scopes of constructing Electric arc furnace and hot strip mill. You will be part of the Project Senior Leadership Team and act with delegated authority from the Project Director.
The role requires strong leadership, commercial capability, and the ability to manage complex interfaces across contractors, OEMs, and internal teams in a high-paced execution environment.
Main responsibilities
About You
- Experience of executing large scale projects within client/owners team
- Experience from all phases of project progress (Planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning)
- Extensive experience in large-scale industrial or infrastructure project execution
- Proven leadership experience managing complex, multidisciplinary teams
- Strong track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards
- Solid understanding of EPC/EPCM/PMC project environments and contractor management
- Strong commercial and contractual acumen
- Ability to manage stakeholders and resolve complex interface challenges
- Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capability
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels
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Words from your future manager
SSAB has taken the lead in transforming the steel industry to a fossil free value chain. We initiated the HYBRIT initiative and our currently transforming two of our Nordic production sites, Oxelösund and Luleå. For me personally, this is the most meaningful and challenging job I have had in SSAB and feel privileged to be part of the core team leading our Luleå Mini Mill project. As overall responsible for leading this project and SSAB´s transformation in Luleå I have a task to build a world class project team. We are now looking for an experienced Area Project Director to join SSAB Owner´s team with overall responsibility to oversee and steer the engineering process for the project. You will join a dedicated and experienced multi-cultural project team combining global experience from all corners of the world.
Carl Orrling, Ph.D
EVP, Head of Technology & Transformation Office
