Project Director

Apple Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Project Director to manage large teams on high-value construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction Management and substantial experience with projects over £50m. The role offers a competitive salary of £110k-£120k+, plus additional benefits including healthcare, pension, and a performance bonus.

Benefits

Car or allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Previous roles in Project management including Senior Project Manager or Contracts Manager.
• Stable career history with Top 50 Main Contractors.
• Experience managing projects over 50 million as No.1 PM.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams through all project management functions.
• Lead large teams across various stages of New Build projects.
• Ensure successful delivery from planning to construction.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Team management

Construction delivery

Contract management

Education

Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification

MCIOB status

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing teams through all project management functions, from planning, design, and financial management, to practical construction delivery of the project.

• Previously held a Project Director, Senior Project Manager, or Contracts Manager position with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experience managing projects over 50m as the No.1 PM is essential, along with strong knowledge of pre-construction project management, contract management, H&S, and excellent client-facing skills.
• Must have a stable career history working for Top 50 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion, managing teams of 20+.
• Experience delivering construction projects over 50m in sectors like Commercial, MOD/Defence, Education, Science, or Mixed-Use is advantageous.
• Background in Site Management or Engineering, with a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc, or MCIOB qualification.
• Exceptional client-facing and people management skills, with experience leading teams of around 20 staff, and solid technical knowledge in planning, design, commercial, and construction delivery.
• Previous roles considered: Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, Construction Manager, Project Director, or Contracts Manager.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification (NVQ/HNC etc.), with MCIOB status being advantageous.

Company & Project: A profitable Tier 1 Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline is looking to expand their team with a Project Director in Cambridgeshire. The company is well-respected, with a healthy secured order book for 2025/26, including projects valued at around 60m-100m. You will lead a large team of 20+ across various stages of New Build projects, including joining at PCSA stage. They support employee development and innovation, offering a market-leading benefits package.

Salary: circa 110k-120k+ (DOE) plus benefits including car or allowance, healthcare, pension, and performance bonus.