Project Director

© 2025 Borne Resourcing Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious building contractor in London is seeking a Project Director to oversee high-end residential projects valued between £4m to £20m. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, team leadership, and JCT contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Contracts Manager or Project Manager looking to advance in their career.

Qualifications

• Experience as Project Lead on projects from £2m to £10m.
• Track record in high-end residential projects.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all project activities.
• Set and implement project strategy.
• Manage SHE compliance on-site.

Skills

Project Management

JCT Contracts

Team Leadership

Client Management

Communication

Tools

Project Commander

Job description

Overview

This well-established, 60-year-old + prestigious, family run building contractor specialises in renovation, extension and refurbishments of period and bespoke one-off properties.

They have a requirement for a Project Lead / Project Director to join the team on some of the prestigious high-end residential projects in London. Projects range from £4m - £20m on some outstanding bespoke refurb and fit-out projects in prime central London.

This could appeal to someone at Senior Contracts Manager level looking after multiple projects, or a Project Manager looking for that next step.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating all project activities with a focus on performance.
• Setting, reviewing, and implementing project strategy.
• Utilizing Project Commander software for programming, reporting, and delay analysis.
• Leading pre-construction and post-completion processes, managing defects and post-completion works.
• Overseeing people management, including team leadership, recruitment, and client expectations.
• Commercial Management: Understanding JCT contracts, managing notifications, claims, and disputes.
• Proactively working with commercial team members, overseeing procurement processes, and ensuring accurate reporting.
• SHE (Safety, Health and Environment): Proactively managing all aspects of SHE on-site, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Administration: Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of compliance matters and utilizing company processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Character Attributes: Responsible | Personable | Good Communicator | Organised | Leader | Strategist | People-Manager
• Experience: Project values from £2m - £10m as No1 on site; Track record of time spent with previous employers; High-End Residential (prime)
• This role can also be called Project Lead / Project Director, Construction Director, Senior Contracts Manager

Benefits / How to Apply

If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this Project Director job in London, or wish to have a confidential chat, please send a CV to Spencer Wade at spencer @ borneltd .com or call on 07920 489522.

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