Major Projects Director

PWS Technical Services (UK) Ltd; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of utilities and power infrastructure in the UK is seeking a Major Projects Director. This role demands a senior leader with extensive experience in the power utility or high voltage sectors. The successful candidate will manage multiple contracts and projects, ensuring operational excellence and efficiency while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. A competitive salary, bonus potential, and hybrid working options are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate calibre with high technical competence.
• Experience managing large budgets across dispersed regions.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and teams delivering utility infrastructure services.
• Oversee P&L, managing costs and operational efficiencies.
• Drive project delivery to meet business expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Customer Focus

Education

Relevant Business Qualification

Job description

Major Projects Director

This challenging and exciting opportunity as Major Projects Director requires a highly qualified professional with a strong technical background and demonstrable experience as a senior leader within the power utility or high voltage (HV) power sectors.

An attractive basic salary plus lucrative bonus earning potential and extensive benefits are offered to the successful candidate, along with job security and longevity. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required in the Midlands office and UK-wide travel when needed.

Due to increased contract awards, a significant forward order workload, and a focus on long-term profitable growth, our client seeks an experienced Major Projects Director for their power division. You will be a senior operational leader responsible for delivering multiple contracts, projects, and frameworks, contributing to business goals. You will provide expertise to the operations leadership team and wider business to secure future work, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure operational excellence and efficiency.

The Person

• Graduate calibre with high technical competence, relevant business qualification, and senior experience in recognized utility or HV power organizations
• Fully commercially aware, experienced in managing large budgets across dispersed regions
• Excellent people management, financial, and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of acting persuasively at a senior level
• Customer-focused, proactive in anticipating company needs
• Proactive in offering solutions and improving processes and efficiencies
• Effective task planning to ensure timely and standard-compliant completion
• Collaborative team player committed to results and supporting others
• Knowledge sharer and role model within the organization

The Role

• Manage operations and teams delivering utility infrastructure services
• Report regularly to the Managing Director, supporting priority setting, planning, and policy development
• Oversee P&L, managing costs and operational efficiencies
• Support stakeholder engagement with external parties (LAs, DNOs, suppliers, subcontractors)
• Drive project delivery to meet business expectations
• Lead and develop teams to meet KPIs, quality, and audit standards
• Support the development of standardized systems and processes
• Utilize resources effectively within the group
• Develop staff for greater responsibility and accountability
• Manage team headcount through retention and strategic recruitment
• Collaborate across teams to communicate and implement key requirements
• Manage direct reports effectively
• Work with SMT to meet targets
• Prioritize customer satisfaction in all activities
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders
• Stay aware of the BU’s financial status and act as an ambassador
• Monitor and report financial and commercial performance monthly
• Own the P&L, managing costs and efficiencies
• Report performance to the Managing Director
• Develop and manage business budgets accordingly
• Support the commercial team in bid processes
• Help grow the customer base and secure projects
• Ensure operational processes meet business needs
• Optimize operational systems for value for money
• Ensure technical work is of the highest quality

Our Client

Our client aims to be the UK's leading provider of utilities and power infrastructure, operating sustainably and respectfully within the community and environment. They prioritize safety, integrity, and outstanding customer service, striving to be the Contractor of Choice.

We are committed to equal opportunities, ensuring fair treatment for all applicants based on suitability, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief, or nationality.