Project Director

Harmony Fire; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in fire safety and construction as a Project Director in Edinburgh. You will lead multiple high-value projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering a positive team environment. With opportunities for career growth and a strong commitment to safety and quality, this is a role for driven professionals eager to make a difference.

Benefits

Unlimited holiday provision

Bonus scheme based on performance

Team socializing budget

Family-friendly policies

Reward and recognition scheme

Ongoing training and mentoring

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in construction project management.
• Proven track record running multiple projects to time and on budget.
• First-class written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time and on budget through effective valuations and revenue forecasting.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of team members.
• Ensure works are certifiable and compliant with high standards.

Skills

Planning

Budgeting

Communication

Team Leadership

Resilience

Education

5+ years experience in construction project management

Background in Fire Safety or Main Contracting

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Harmony Fire

Join Our Growing Team at Harmony Fire – Help Us Make Every Home Safer!

Since 2017, Harmony Fire has rapidly become one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies, ranking as the 72nd fastest-growing company in the region. But we’re not stopping there. We’re on a mission to grow even further, knowing that the more we grow, the greater the impact we can have — from reaching more people and increasing our social impact to offering more opportunities for our talented team.

We’re passionate about making a difference, and we’re obsessed with delivering the highest quality in everything we do. Our goal is simple: we want every resident to feel safe at night, knowing their home is 100% compliant and protected. By providing exceptional service, upholding our values, and going above and beyond, we can achieve our vision of making the UK safer, one home at a time.

We have expanded in Edinburgh and are looking for a driven, ambitious and skilled Project Director to lead multiple high value projects in the area

What We Look For

At Harmony Fire, we value people who embody our core principles:

• Athletes Grit – Unwavering determination and resilience. You push yourself to go the extra mile, even when challenges arise.
• Captains Duty – Leadership is about taking ownership, fulfilling commitments, and acting with integrity. We expect all team members to lead by example.
• Fun-Loving Heart – We believe work should be positive and supportive. You help create a great atmosphere by caring for others, spreading positive energy, and enjoying the work you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Delivery of Projects
• Deliver projects on time and on budget through effective valuations, revenue forecasting, and managing handovers
• Ensure budgets cover all works, control expenditure (prelims, labour, subcontractors, suppliers), monitor costs, protect gross profit, own purchasing decisions, and approve payment applications
• Identify and resolve client variations promptly
• Ensure the “Harmony experience” is delivered through excellent communication, building strong client relationships, and addressing issues quickly
• Make sure teams and subcontractors deliver to both client and Harmony’s expectations
• People Management
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and induction
• Keep the team engaged and productive; manage training, progression, performance, and the effective utilisation of direct labour
• Quality Control
• Ensure works are certifiable, compliant, and meet exceptional standards
• Conduct regular spot checks and site audits, ensuring all work is delivered to the highest quality and fully certified at completion
• Process Management
• Ensure adherence to all statutory and Harmony processes and procedures across the team
• Able to manage multiple projects at different phases of development
• Health and Safety
• Implement and uphold Harmony’s H&S policy, ensuring safe work practices through induction, training, and audits
• External Supplier Management
• Manage costings, material procurement, and subcontractor sourcing as needed
• Communication Management
• Maintain clarity in communication with clients, the Pre-Construction team, and the supply chain, clearly setting expectations and tracking progress
• Manage the delivery relationship with the client throughout the project lifecycle

Qualifications / Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in construction project management
• Proven track record running multiple projects to time and on budget
• Excellent planning, budgeting, and prioritisation skills
• First-class written and verbal communication skills
• A background in Fire Safety or Main Contracting

Why Harmony Fire?

• A collaborative and supportive environment where you can grow and advance your career
• Tools and resources to help you perform at your best
• Opportunities to learn from top professionals eager to share knowledge and expertise
• A bespoke Personal Development Plan for every employee
• Ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to keep you developing
• Modern, spacious workspaces equipped with state-of-the-art facilities

What We Offer

• Lunch, snacks, and refreshments — including fresh fruit and ‘Take Away Friday’
• Unlimited holiday provision
• Bonus scheme — earn up to 50% of your annual salary based on performance
• Team socialising budget
• Family-friendly policies — including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Reward and recognition scheme — including exciting European mini-breaks for top performers
• Two company-wide events each year

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Fire Protection and Construction

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