Project Director

O’Neill & Brennan UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Project Director to oversee large-scale projects exceeding £80m. The role involves leading tender processes, managing project teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and business development, with a focus on delivering successful project outcomes. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization and foster long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience managing key accounts and delivering business development opportunities.
• Working knowledge of construction techniques and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Tender Team and manage the production of competitive tenders.
• Ensure quality and environmental standards are met during construction.
• Provide customer-centric aftercare service post-construction.

Skills

Construction Techniques

BIM Modelling

Health and Safety Regulations

Business Development

Education

Management Qualification

Membership of MCIOB or CEng MICE

Job description

Reporting to the Regional Director/BU MD, the Project Director will help tender and win schemes in excess of £80m. Generally involved from tender stage, as the project lead, liaising with the Estimating team to secure the project. Thereafter, with the approval of the Regional Director / Regional MD, will prepare the PEP and build the project team in preparation for contract commencement. The Project Director will be responsible for managing the Company’s business interests, risk, and delivery strategy on the contract to guide the project to commercial success.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction

• Lead the Tender Team consisting of Estimator, CM, QS, other appropriate staff, and external consultants as necessary.
• Manage the production of the tender to ensure that a competitive tender is submitted in accordance with the requirements.
• Prepare the programme, method statements, prelims, and submission documents.
• Chair start-up and internal meetings, prepare the procurement strategy with the QS, and prequalify key supply chain (early awards).
• Prepare a preliminary Risk Register and mitigate/manage any risks for the duration of the project.
• Work with the SQS to prepare a prelim procurement schedule and track it.

Construction

• Arrange the start-up meeting and manage the preparation of the PEP.
• Receive, distribute, and acknowledge the letter of intent.
• Agree on the commencement date and arrange for the completion of the contract documents.
• Ensure all aspects of quality, environment, and progress are in accordance with the contracted requirements.
• Assist in the selection and vetting of major subcontractors and suppliers, including HSEQS vetting.

Post Construction

• Ensure a customer-centric aftercare service is in place for the client.
• Complete the project data sheet and gather references from the client.
• Protect contractual position by ensuring client and design team satisfaction and maintaining strong relationships for future potential.
• Obtain the defects list and remedy any items to obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects, with timely engagement with the client.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of construction techniques, design techniques, and BIM modelling.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building and health and safety/fire regulations.
• Familiarity with working on complex, multi-disciplinary, technical projects.
• Proficient in planning and prioritising daily site tasks.
• Ability to hold people accountable in implementing Zero philosophy.
• Ability to identify, convert, and deliver business development opportunities.
• Experience managing key accounts through network, profile, and credibility in the local market.
• Academic and/or professional management qualification.
• Membership of an industry-related professional institution such as MCIOB or CEng MICE.
• Experience with CVRs, PEP, and contract management.
• IOSH for Directors, CDM/PSCS awareness, BBS, root cause analysis, and S5 & Q10 internal workshops.

Desirable Qualifications/Training:

• NEBOSH Certification.