Project Director

PSR Solutions; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Director to oversee the delivery of high-value projects in Cambridgeshire. The role includes controlling the Contract Programme, managing project teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have experience with DIO/MOD projects and a proven track record in managing costs and schedules. This position requires a strong ability to develop relationships with stakeholders and lead large teams effectively. A minimum level of security clearance is necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering DIO/MOD projects on time and budget.
• Ability to manage projects valued between £25m and £200m.
• Experience with NEC, MPTC, and JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Own and control the Contract Programme and delivery strategy.
• Manage the development of staff performance and improvement plans.
• Lead risk management philosophy across all project levels.

Skills

DIO/MOD project delivery

Project management

Cost control

Safety management

Stakeholder management

Job description

Position

Project Director

Location

Cambridgeshire

Salary

Up to £145,000 + Package

Industry

Construction

What you’ll do:

• Own and control the Contract Programme, the Mode and Method for the delivery strategy, the Target Programme adjustments (through the project planning manager) and the Package split concept (through the commercial lead)
• Chair appropriate management meetings including Client reporting meetings, monthly senior managers briefing meetings, monthly senior team meetings, Health and Safety meetings and briefings, and Forecasting and reporting meetings
• Actively manage the development of people through the PFADR process assessing staff performance and setting improvement plans appropriate to the individual
• Lead and develop, in conjunction with the commercial team, the risk management philosophy for the project and ensure this is cascaded to all project levels to include trades contracts
• Lead and develop, in conjunction with the Design lead, the Design Change Management philosophy in accordance with the Project Strategy
• Agree the high-level financial reporting figures (CVR) with the Commercial Director
• Lead the prelims spend with the other members of the PET team
• Manage the project to an accident and incident free outcome with a clear focus on Safety, Health and Environment

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrable experience of delivering DIO/MOD projects working through PCSA stages, successfully converting and delivering on time and to budget
• Clear understanding of and demonstrable experience of the MOD/DIO, ability to manage expectations and deliver to budgetary constraints
• Demonstrable experience of managing projects from inception through to completion with a value of between £25m and £200m
• Track record in successfully managing and controlling costs, delivering against deadlines, and maintaining quality and safety on projects
• Experience of full D&B projects is highly relevant
• Evidence of building effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Experience in recruiting, developing, supporting, leading and retaining highly successful large project teams
• Experience of varied forms of contract including NEC, MPTC and JCT is highly relevant
• Knowledge and experience of working within secure UK environments is advantageous

Security Clearance

This role requires a minimum level of security clearance and may also require a higher level of National Security Vetting