Head Of Projects (D&B)

Facilitate Search Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technical services company in Reading seeks a Head of Projects to lead design & build projects. The role includes managing P&L, building client relationships, and overseeing project delivery. The ideal candidate has experience in fit-out projects, strong commercial skills, and a degree in Project Management. This position offers a salary between £85,000 and £95,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Company Vehicle or Allowance

Bonus

Private Healthcare

Excellent Company Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading design & build / fit-out projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and P&L management experience.
• Experienced in leading and developing project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects business plan and team delivery.
• Build client relationships and secure new opportunities.
• Manage project pipeline and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Client relationship management

P&L management

Business development

Project management methodology

Health & Safety legislation

Education

Degree in Project/Construction Management

APM / Prince2 certification

Job description

Overview

Head of Projects (Design & Build) – Reading, National

£85,000 - £95,000

Package: Company Vehicle or Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Excellent Company Benefits Scheme

Facilitate Search is a specialist facilities management recruitment business and this week we have partnered with a global technical services business to recruit a Head of Projects to lead their Design & Build projects division.

Responsibilities

• As Head of Projects, you will take full ownership of the projects business plan, leading your team to safely deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• You\'ll play a pivotal role in building strong client relationships, securing new opportunities, and delivering a variety of works from design & build fit-outs through to ME&P projects.
• With full P&L accountability, you\'ll be responsible for both delivery and growth, generating a robust pipeline, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with QHSE and statutory regulations at every stage.
• Generate and manage a sustainable project pipeline to exceed financial targets.
• Oversee projects through all RIBA stages, from feasibility to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
• Manage supply chain partnerships and drive innovation in project delivery.
• Take full accountability for P&L, forecasting, and commercial performance.
• This is a senior leadership role, overseeing a talented projects team and driving the successful delivery of fit-out and building services projects across our national client portfolio.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading design & build / fit-out projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and P&L management experience.
• Skilled in client relationship management, negotiation, and business development
• Experienced in leading and developing project teams.
• Sound knowledge of project management methodology, CDM, and health & safety legislation.
• Degree in Project/Construction Management (or equivalent)
• APM / Prince2 certification.

If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply via this advert and a member of Facilitate Search will be in contact with you to discuss full details