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Project Director

Where

City

Type

Permanent

Salary

130000 Annual

Job Title: Project Director (x2) Location: London Company: Tier 2 Main Contractor Residential New Build Specialist Sector: RC Frame Residential New Build

A leading Tier 2 Main Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality RC frame residential new builds across the UK is seeking two experienced Project Directors to join their growing London-based team.

About the Role:

As Project Director, you will be a key figure in the successful delivery of large-scale residential schemes, taking full ownership from pre-construction through to completion. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a deep understanding of both technical delivery and front-end project involvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the full project lifecycle including design management, commercial oversight, tender involvement, and on-site delivery.

  • Chair and lead design team meetings, ensuring coordinated and buildable solutions.

  • Work collaboratively with internal commercial and technical teams to drive value and manage risk.

  • Oversee and influence programme planning, procurement, and stakeholder communication.

  • Ensure high standards of health, safety, quality, and compliance across the board.

  • Represent the contractor professionally with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

Requirements:

  • Proven track record as a Project Director or Senior Project Leader on major residential RC frame projects in the UK.

  • Strong design management background with the confidence to lead design meetings and coordinate design resolution.

  • Broad construction knowledge, able to get involved in all aspects of a project from pre-construction to delivery.

  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

  • London-based or willing to travel within London and occasionally to other UK sites.

What s on Offer:

  • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious contractor with a healthy pipeline of work.

  • Lead flagship residential projects with autonomy and real influence.

  • Competitive salary and package tailored to attract the right individuals.

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