Project Director

VGC; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in the South of England is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead a £1bn capital works programme in the water sector. This high-profile role requires strong leadership and stakeholder engagement to deliver major infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have a background in collaborative environments and specialized qualifications in construction or engineering. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on community utilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership in collaborative environments, preferably in the water/utilities sector.
• Deep understanding of CDM, engineering management, and collaborative contracts.

Responsibilities

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of major civil, mechanical, and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Championing a culture of safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility.
• Driving programme-wide performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in construction/engineering

NEC PM accreditation

APMP certification

Job description

Project Director Major Infrastructure Framework (Water Sector)
Location: Falmer
Full–Time Contract (Outside IR35 Or Umbrella PAYE)
Programme Value: Up to GBP1bn

Are you an experienced infrastructure leader looking to shape the future of vital utilities in the South of England?

We re looking for a dynamic Project Director to join the senior leadership team delivering a major capital works programme in the regulated water sector. With a framework value of up to GBP1bn, this is a high–profile opportunity to lead the delivery of complex projects across a 5–year period, from design through to commissioning and handover.

You ll lead a large delivery team and act as the primary point of contact for a key client. This role demands strong stakeholder engagement, strategic oversight, and a relentless commitment to safety, performance, and collaboration.

What you ll be doing:

• Leading the end–to–end delivery of major civil, mechanical, and electrical infrastructure projects

• Championing a strong culture of safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility

• Driving programme–wide performance, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Building trusted relationships with client teams and internal stakeholders

• Ensuring commercial outcomes are delivered on time and on budget

What we re looking for:

• Proven experience leading complex infrastructure projects or programmes

• Strong leadership in collaborative environments (preferably in the water/utilities sector)

• Deep understanding of CDM, engineering management, and collaborative contracts (e.g. NEC)

• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and a solutions–focused mindset

• HNC/HND or Degree in construction/engineering

• NEC PM accreditation and APMP (preferred)

This is a chance to take on a pivotal leadership role in a high–impact programme that delivers real, long–term value for communities. If you re ready to lead from the front and thrive in a fast–paced environment, we want to hear from you.