Project Director

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Brighton seeks an experienced Project Director for a £110m public sector project. This senior role involves leading project delivery, ensuring performance on cost, time, and quality metrics, while managing key stakeholder relationships. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence a flagship programme with significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project leadership experience in consultancy or client-side.
• Proven track record with large-scale capital projects (£100m+).
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a £110m capital project.
• Act as the principal client contact and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Develop and implement delivery strategies and governance frameworks.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Communication

Financial planning

Education

Chartered status with RICS, APM, CIOB, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

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A well-established and growing multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of a high-profile £110m public sector scheme, currently at the early stages of development. This is a key leadership opportunity, offering ownership of a flagship programme with strategic importance and long-term impact.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, Manchester-based project management team and be responsible for client leadership, strategic delivery, and multidisciplinary coordination across the full project lifecycle.

This opportunity is offered on a confidential basis. Further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a £110m capital project, ensuring performance across time, cost, and quality metrics
• Act as the principal client contact, building trust and driving programme success at a senior stakeholder level
• Develop and implement delivery strategies, governance frameworks, and procurement plans
• Oversee financial planning including cost management, feasibilities, and value engineering
• Manage risk, change control, and reporting across all phases of the project
• Coordinate and lead internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and supply chain partners
• Chair high-level meetings, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues
• Support the mentoring and development of junior team members, contributing to structured APC development

Experience & Skills Required

• Significant project leadership experience, ideally 10+ years, within a consultancy or client-side environment
• Proven track record delivering large-scale capital projects (£100m+) within government, blue light, healthcare, or defence sectors
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contract
• Experienced in working with local authorities, Trusts, and other public sector bodies
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially focused with a detailed understanding of project risk, contract strategy, and procurement
• Adept at leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing multiple priorities
• Chartered status with RICS, APM, CIOB, or equivalent (or working towards) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position on a major public sector project with a respected consultancy that values delivery excellence, team development, and long-term client partnerships.

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch.