Project Director

Project Director Location: London The Opportunity A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of major construction projects valued in excess of £50 million across London. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected business with a strong pipeline of secured work across the commercial and mixed-use markets. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the safe, profitable and successful delivery of complex projects from pre-construction through to completion. The Role Reporting to the Regional Director, you will provide strategic leadership across major projects, ensuring excellence in programme, quality, commercial performance and client satisfaction. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, manage key stakeholder relationships, and drive successful project outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and operational performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of major construction projects valued at £50m+ Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality and safety performance Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners Provide leadership and direction to project delivery teams Drive commercial performance and protect project margins Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure compliance with all contractual, statutory and company requirements Support pre-construction and bid teams on future opportunities Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement Deliver projects to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction About You You will be an accomplished Project Director with a proven track record of delivering large-scale construction projects for a Tier 1 or major regional contractor. Essential Experience Proven experience operating as a Project Director on projects valued at £50m+ Strong leadership experience managing large project teams Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills Strong commercial and contractual awareness Experience delivering projects through design, procurement, construction and handover Demonstrable success delivering projects safely, on programme and within budget Desirable Experience Experience on education, commercial or mixed-use developments NEC and JCT contract knowledge Qualifications Degree-qualified in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline (preferred) SMSTS CSCS Black Card Relevant professional memberships desirable What's on Offer? Competitive executive-level salary and package Opportunity to lead flagship projects across London Long-term career progression within a growing and highly successful contractor Secure pipeline of major projects Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch directly.