Project Director

SES Engineering Services; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Director to lead complex Mechanical and Electrical projects in London. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safe and profitable delivery of projects while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. As part of a talented and diverse team, you will have the opportunity to influence project outcomes and drive business growth. The company offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a commitment to career development, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Car Allowance

Travel Coverage

Health and Wellness Programs

26 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Pension Contribution

Learning and Development Opportunities

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Proven technical skills in project management and delivery.
• Experience in leading diverse teams and promoting safety excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for project delivery.
• Manage supply chains to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Safety Standards

Supply Chain Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

This is a Permanent, Full-Time/Flexible Working vacancy that will close in 9 hours at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

SES Engineering Services is seeking a Project Director to join our team working on complex Mechanical and Electrical projects in London.

If you are a Project Director with proven technical skills seeking an opportunity to challenge norms, bring fresh ideas, and advance your career within the industry, join us to help create spaces for people to thrive.

This role offers a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

About the Role

Our Project Directors are key to our business. This role focuses on providing leadership, insight, and direction to ensure the safe and profitable delivery of schemes, while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction, team development, and supporting business growth opportunities.

As our Project Director, you will:

• Support project teams in managing supply chains to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Maintain safety targets and standards, understanding what safety excellence entails.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging input from all team members and implementing safety enhancements.
• Lead operational excellence and efficiency through leadership indicator reviews during all project phases.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and profit share scheme
• Car Allowance / Company Car (role/grade dependent)
• Travel coverage to sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including Private Medical, 6% employer pension contribution, Health and Wellness programs, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, and more.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave.

We welcome talent with diverse skills and backgrounds. Even if you don't meet all listed skills, many are transferable within the WATES Group.

If you'd like more information, wish to discuss career opportunities confidentially, or need assistance with the recruitment process, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team at [e-mail], and we will respond promptly.

Working at SES

SES Engineering Services (SES) is a leading M&E partner in the UK, specializing in designing and installing building services and infrastructure solutions across all aspects of M&E engineering.

Our purpose is ‘reimagining places for people to thrive,’ guided by three promises:

• Thriving places: Creating sustainable, inclusive environments with our partners and communities.
• Thriving planet: Protecting nature and combating climate change through collaboration and innovation.
• Thriving people: Fostering opportunities and relationships where everyone feels included, invested, and cared for.

We are proud to be recognized as a Gold Investors in People and a Disability Confident employer. Our recruitment processes ensure fairness and inclusivity, regardless of background or circumstances.