Project Director

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Director to lead their Construction Delivery team. With a focus on large-scale projects valued over £50m, the ideal candidate will have substantial experience and a degree in Construction Management. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with the opportunity for career development in a growing company.

Benefits

Car allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Bonus up to 20%+

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects over 50m+ as the No.1 PM is essential.
• Knowledge of contract management, H&S, and financial management.
• Stable career history with Top 100 Main Contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams through project management functions from planning to delivery.
• Lead construction delivery for various new build projects.
• Oversee financial management and ensure timely project completion.

Skills

Project Management

Client-facing skills

Team management

Education

Degree in Construction Management

MCIOB status

Job description

Employer: Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited

Location: Essex, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive Salary

Closing date: 24 Jul 2025

Sector: Business Services

Responsibilities: Project / Programme Management

Position/Level: Director

Contract Type: Permanent

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Project Director

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Essex

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: circa 100k+ (DOE) + benefits including car or allowance, healthcare, pension, and bonus up to 20%+

Company & Project: An award-winning Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline, seeking an operational lead for their Construction Delivery team. The company has a healthy order book for 2025/26, including projects valued at circa 50m+. The successful candidate will lead a team of 20+ across various new build projects at different stages.

The company supports employee development and offers a market-leading benefits package.

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate will manage teams through all project management functions, from planning and design to financial management and construction delivery. Experience managing projects over 50m+ as No.1 PM is essential, along with knowledge of pre-construction, contract management, H&S, and client-facing skills. A stable career history working for Top 100 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion, with team management experience, is required.

Desirable Experience

• Held a Project Director, Senior Project Manager, or Contracts Manager role with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experience delivering construction projects over 50m+ in sectors like Commercial, MOD/Defence, Education, Science, or Mixed-Use.
• Background in Site Management or Engineering, with a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc, or MCIOB.
• Strong client-facing and people management skills, leading teams of around 20 staff, with solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial, and delivery.
• Previous roles: Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, Construction Manager, Project Director, or Contracts Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Construction Management or a comparable qualification (NVQ/HNC). MCIOB status is advantageous.

Application Process

For more information or to apply, email your CV to Jess Quinn. CVs will be reviewed, and suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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