Project Director – Corporate Office Fit-Out

Project Director – Corporate Office Fit-Out

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Salary: Up to £110,000

The Opportunity

Richmond Capital is partnering with an established independent project and cost management consultancy, to appoint a Project Director to lead the delivery of a corporate office fit-out project in Canary Wharf.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project leader to take ownership of a high-profile commercial office project, overseeing delivery from the client-side perspective and ensuring the successful coordination of all project stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring a strong track record in commercial office fit-outs, combining technical expertise, commercial awareness and confident client leadership.

Joining a consultancy recognised for its hands‑on approach and commitment to project ownership, the Project Director will play a key role in driving the project forward, maintaining the highest standards of quality, programme and cost control.

What You’ll Do

You will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the corporate office fit-out, acting as a senior point of contact for the client and leading the project team through the key stages of delivery.

Working closely with the client, design consultants, contractors and wider professional team, you will oversee project strategy, programme, procurement and construction activities. You will provide clear direction, manage stakeholder expectations and ensure that decisions are made in a timely and considered manner.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the project from design development and procurement through construction, completion and handover.
• Acting as the primary client interface, providing regular updates, advice and strategic guidance.
• Managing programme, budget, risk and project reporting, ensuring delivery objectives are maintained.
• Coordinating the design team, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Overseeing procurement and contract administration, ensuring appropriate commercial and delivery controls are in place.
• Identifying and managing project risks, resolving issues and driving effective solutions.
• Monitoring construction progress, quality, health and safety and overall project performance.
• Managing commissioning, practical completion and handover to ensure a successful project outcome.

What You’ll Need

• A strong track record delivering commercial office fit-out projects
• Significant experience in a senior project management or Project Director position from a contractor background
• Strong technical understanding of the design, procurement and construction process.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent programme, budget, risk and commercial management capabilities.
• Confidence operating as a senior client-facing representative.
• Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills.
• The ability to take ownership, work autonomously and drive projects through to successful completion.

About the Company

Our client is an independent project and cost management consultancy with an established track record delivering development projects throughout the UK. The business provides a broad range of services, including project management, cost management, contract administration, construction consultancy and project programming.

With experience across the commercial office sector, including refurbishment and fit-out, they combine technical expertise with a hands‑on approach to project ownership. Its philosophy is centred on coordinating time, cost and quality to deliver successful outcomes for its clients.

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