Director Project Management MRICS - Office Fit Out

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy located in London is seeking a Director Project Manager to lead their Technical team. This senior role involves strategic leadership, project delivery, and client relationship management within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience and a strong consultancy background. Key benefits include a salary up to £120,000, 30 days holiday, and a clear career progression framework.

Benefits

Salary up to £120,000

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual company trips

Monthly team socials

Family-friendly policies

Private medical insurance after probation

6% matched pension contributions

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing large-scale Office project management contracts.
• Strong background in consultancy and client needs in commercial real estate.
• Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Technical team’s strategy in line with company objectives.
• Mentor senior staff and surveyors, setting technical and delivery standards.
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring consistent quality and commercial alignment.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Commercial awareness

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

The Opportunity

We are working with a forward-thinking property consultancy that provides end-to-end solutions across the commercial real estate and residential markets. They are seeking a Director Project Manager to lead their growing Technical team. This is a senior leadership role with a blend of strategic, client-facing, and delivery responsibilities, making it a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to step into a high-impact position.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Deliver the Technical team’s strategy in line with company objectives
• Drive revenue growth through pipeline management and commercial performance
• Lead on process improvements, reporting, and CRM adoption
• Promote collaboration across teams to achieve shared goals

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor senior staff and surveyors, setting technical and delivery standards
• Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous learning
• Support succession planning and capability development across the team

Project Delivery

• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring consistent quality and commercial alignment
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior-level clients, influencing key decisions
• Provide oversight and guidance to project managers and junior staff

Client Strategy & Business Development

• Lead client relationship management within the department
• Drive business development through market insights and proactive networking
• Represent the consultancy externally, enhancing reputation and visibility

Innovation & Technology

• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and workflows
• Use technology to deliver efficiency and better client outcomes

About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Extensive experience managing large-scale Office project management contracts (traditional and design-and-build)
• Strong Consultancy Background
• Strong understanding of client needs in the commercial real estate and workplace strategy space
• Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships
• Leadership experience with a collaborative and mentoring style
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen
• Experience with CRM systems and workflow optimisation
• Commitment to driving DE&I and sustainability initiatives

Working Arrangements

• This role is primarily office-based, with the option to work from home one day per week following onboarding.

Benefits

• Salary up to £120,000 and tailored commission scheme
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
• Annual company trips and monthly team socials
• Employee-led clubs and committees (including sports, wellbeing, and DE&I)
• Clear career progression framework with opportunity to progress to a Head of role
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Learning and development programmes with ongoing training
• Wellbeing allowance and access to mental health support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance after probation
• 6% matched pension contributions