At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex construction projects and mentor teams in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading specialist contractor with a strong reputation in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, significant autonomy, and diverse project portfolio.
- Other info: Excellent opportunity for strategic leadership in prestigious developments.
- Why this job: Make an impact on high-profile projects for blue-chip clients and premier hospitality.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial fit out and a relevant construction degree.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
We are supporting a leading specialist contractor who is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead a portfolio of complex construction and fit out packages across their London-focused business.
Working with some of the UK's most recognised blue-chip corporates, premium hotel operators, major commercial clients and Premier League football clubs, the business delivers high-quality specialist fit out and technical installation packages on landmark projects throughout the capital.
With an annual turnover of approximately 25m-30m, the company has built an enviable reputation supporting many of the UK's leading commercial fit out and construction contractors on fast-paced, high-profile schemes.
You will have a proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, leading specialist teams, and delivering technically complex packages within live commercial environments. Looking to take on a role where you can strengthen and improve project process and systems and lead the project teams through their next stage of development.
You will:
- Report to the senior leadership team, taking overall responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects, leading Project Managers and delivery teams from pre-construction through to handover in a client-facing leadership role for this London-focused business.
- Lead a portfolio of projects valued between 250,000 and 5m.
- Manage and mentor Project Managers and senior delivery staff.
- Maintain key client and stakeholder relationships.
- Drive programme, commercial and operational performance.
- Oversee governance, reporting, risk management and change control.
- Support procurement, supply chain and resource planning activities.
- Ensure the highest standards of quality, health & safety and project compliance.
- Lead senior client meetings and act as the key escalation point for project delivery matters.
- Protect profitability through effective commercial management and contract administration.
You will have:
- A construction degree or equivalent and have worked as an Operations Manager, Contract Manager or Project Director in a Commercial Fit Out business.
- Experience taking multiple projects from precon to handover, supporting Bid/Tender stages.
- Project experience could include; Commercial Fit Out (Cat A & Cat B), Workplace Projects, Design & Build Interiors, with a good understanding of M&E packages.
What's on Offer:
- Opportunity to join an established, growing specialist contractor.
- High-profile London project portfolio.
- Blue-chip corporate and premium hospitality client base.
- Significant autonomy and influence within the business.
- Diverse project portfolio across commercial, hospitality, sports sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial fit out professional looking to step into a strategic leadership role while remaining closely involved in project delivery across some of London's most prestigious developments.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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