Project Director

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Project Director in Chelmsford to manage large-scale construction projects over £50m. The successful candidate will oversee teams of over 20 staff and ensure effective project delivery. This role offers a competitive salary of around £110k+, along with a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, pension, and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Travel allowance

Healthcare benefits

Pension scheme

Performance bonus up to 45%

Qualifications

• Strong history with Tier 1 Main Contractors.
• Experience managing projects over £50m.
• Valid CSCS Card, ideally NVQ Level 6.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project functions from planning to delivery.
• Lead teams of 20+ through project lifecycle.
• Deliver projects in sectors like Commercial, Education, and Defence.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Client Relations

Contract Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Construction Management

NVQ/HNC qualification

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Previously held a Project Director or Senior Project Manager or Contracts Manager position with a Tier 1 Main Contractor. Previous experience in managing projects £50m+ as No1 PM is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of both pre-construction project management, contract management, H&S, and exceptional client facing skills.
• Our client is looking for a candidate with a stable career history working for Top 50 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion and with experience of managing teams of 20+.
• Experienced in delivering Construction projects £50m+ within any of the following sectors would be advantageous Commercial, MOD/Defence, Education, Science or Mixed-Use sectors.
• Ideally from a Site Management or Engineering background, including a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc or MCIOB.
• Exceptional client facing and people management skills, experience in leading teams of c20 staff, including solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial and construction delivery.
• Previous Roles: Senior Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Construction Manager OR Project Director OR Contracts Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification - NVQ/HNC etc. MCIOB status would be advantageous.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: c£110k+ (DOE) + competitive benefits package inc travel allowance, healthcare, pension and performance bonus up to 45%. Company & Project: A successful Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline are currently looking to grow their talented and long-standing team with a Project Director to join their regional business leading a c£70m project. Our client is a well respected employer who have a healthy secured order book for 2025/26, including a number of projects valued at c£60m-£100m. You will be expected to lead a large team of 20+ across a selection of New Build projects at various stages in the project lifecycle including joining the project at PCSA stage. The company is recognised for supporting their employees, with both internal promotion/career development, alongside advocating employee ideas and innovations. The business has a market leading benefits package.