Project Director – Investors & Occupiers

An established global real estate consultancy is seeking a Project Director to lead the delivery of complex new build, cut and carve, and Cat B fit-out projects across both investor and occupier sectors. The role focuses on driving bid activity, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring commercially successful outcomes across the full project lifecycle.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised real estate advisory and project management consultancy with a strong presence across the UK and international markets. With a diverse portfolio spanning investor-led developments and occupier-focused workplace schemes, the business continues to strengthen its senior leadership capability across both sectors.

Delivers complex new build, cut and carve, refurbishment, and Cat B fit-out projects

Acts for major institutional investors, developers, and corporate occupiers

Known for technical excellence and delivery capability, the organisation places strong emphasis on quality leadership, commercial rigour, and client service.

Due to sustained growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are seeking a Project Director to lead bid activity and oversee the successful delivery of major schemes.

Description

Lead the delivery of complex new build, cut and carve, and Cat B fit-out projects across investor and occupier sectors
Drive bid strategy, work-winning activity, and client presentations to secure new instructions
Provide leadership and oversight to project teams, ensuring high standards of quality and performance
Act as senior client interface, maintaining trusted advisor relationships throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee programme, cost, and risk management to ensure successful commercial outcomes
Provide strategic input during pre-construction, procurement, and delivery phases
Lead multidisciplinary consultant and contractor teams through all RIBA stages
Ensure governance, compliance, and reporting standards are maintained across projects
Support the continued growth and positioning of the project management function in the marketProfile

Extensive experience operating at senior project leadership level within a consultancy or client-side environment
Strong track record delivering large-scale new build, refurbishment, and Cat B fit-out schemes
Experience working across both investor-led development and occupier projects
Demonstrable success in leading bids and securing new business
Commercially astute with strong contractual knowledge and risk management capability
Proven ability to lead and motivate high-performing project teams
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong market presence and credibility within the London commercial property sector
Quality-driven, strategic, and delivery-focusedJob Offer

Competitive executive-level salary and performance-related bonus
Opportunity to lead high-profile schemes across both investor and occupier sectors
Leadership role within a growing and well-established consultancy platform
Exposure to complex, design-led projects across the full development lifecycle
Clear pathway for continued career progression within a global business