Project Director
Our client, a leading specialist landscaping and public-realm contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Director to take full accountability for the successful delivery of a major urban regeneration project. This senior role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The Project Director will oversee the entire project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover, leading multi-disciplinary teams across design, commercial, engineering, and site operations. They will act as the primary point of contact for the client and key stakeholders, managing expectations, resolving issues proactively, and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership, direction, and ownership of the project, promoting a solutions-focused culture across the team and supply chain
Define project strategy, delivery approach, key milestones, and success criteria in line with business objectives
Develop, own, and maintain the master construction programme (Asta Powerproject preferred), issuing regular updates, progress reports, and mitigation plans
Coordinate sequencing of works across trades, packages, and interfaces to maximise efficiency and minimise disruption
Take full commercial responsibility: manage budgets, forecasts, cashflow, valuations, variations, and final accounts
Lead commercial negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
Ensure technical compliance, quality standards, and buildability across all work packages
Oversee review and approval of key drawings, specifications, and technical submissions
Support Design and Project Managers in resolving design clashes, RFIs, and coordination issues
Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance across the project, including RAMS, inspections, audits, and toolbox talks
Lead regular client and stakeholder meetings, providing clear reporting on programme, cost, risk, and quality
Recruit, develop, and manage the performance of project staff; oversee subcontractor selection and performance management
Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in senior project leadership roles (Project Director, Senior Project Manager, Operations Manager) on £10m+ projects
Strong civil engineering, infrastructure, public realm, or large-scale landscaping background
Proven ability to deliver complex projects safely, on time, and within budget
Advanced knowledge of construction programmes and planning tools (Asta Powerproject preferred)
Strong commercial understanding, including contract conditions, change control, and final accounts
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing client and stakeholder relationships at a senior level
Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Professional membership (ICE, CIOB, RICS) desirable
SMSTS or equivalent health and safety qualification
Black or White CSCS card (or eligible)
First Aid at Work (or willingness to obtain)
Personal Attributes
Confident, proactive leader with strong presence and ability to inspire teams
Clear, persuasive communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
Highly organised, capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure
Commercially astute, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
Collaborative, building trust and driving performance across teams and supply chain
Resilient, calm under pressure, and capable of complex problem-solving
Premier Recruitment Solutions Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be assessed solely on merit.
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