Project Management Director

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Project Management Director – Major Projects to lead the successful delivery of complex, high-value infrastructure schemes across the UK (and occasionally internationally). This role is ideally suited to a senior construction or engineering professional with a strong background in regulated or nationally significant infrastructure projects, and Development Consent Order (DCO) experience being an advantage.

You will be accountable for the leadership of large, multidisciplinary project teams and the end-to-end delivery of major capital and design-led projects, from early concept and consenting through detailed design, construction and handover. You will also play a key role in client engagement, governance, and business development, contributing to the continued growth of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

 

• Lead and deliver major, complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
• Provide overall accountability for project performance, including safety, programme, cost, quality, risk and change control
• Act as the client’s senior representative, managing relationships with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and key stakeholders
• Lead and coordinate large multi-disciplinary teams, including internal resources, consultants, contractors and supply chain partners
• Plan and manage design stages, ensuring the production and delivery of high-quality, safe and compliant design solutions
• Oversee procurement strategies and contract management (e.g. NEC, ICE, FIDIC, Design & Build)
• Champion health, safety, environmental, sustainability and customer outcomes, embedding best practice across projects
• Prepare and present governance reports, monthly progress updates and financial forecasts to senior leadership and clients
• Undertake project and programme reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned
• Support and lead business development activities, including client engagement, bid leadership and preparation of winning proposals
• Contribute to the professional development of the wider team and the strategic growth of the business