Project Director

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy seeks a Project Director for a GBP110m public sector scheme in Manchester. This key leadership role involves overseeing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality delivery, and engaging with senior stakeholders. The position demands a proven track record in managing large-scale projects with a focus on strategic outcomes and stakeholder trust.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project leadership experience in consultancy or client-side.
• Proven track record with large-scale capital projects (GBP100m+).
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a GBP110m capital project.
• Act as principal client contact and build trust with stakeholders.
• Coordinate teams, consultants, and contractors throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Financial planning

Risk management

Education

Chartered status with RICS, APM, CIOB or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

A well-established and growing multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of a high-profile GBP110m public sector scheme, currently at the early stages of development. This is a key leadership opportunity, offering ownership of a flagship programme with strategic importance and long-term impact.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, Manchester-based project management team and be responsible for client leadership, strategic delivery, and multidisciplinary coordination across the full project lifecycle.

This opportunity is offered on a confidential basis. Further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a GBP110m capital project, ensuring performance across time, cost, and quality metrics
• Act as the principal client contact, building trust and driving programme success at a senior stakeholder level
• Develop and implement delivery strategies, governance frameworks, and procurement plans
• Oversee financial planning including cost management, feasibilities, and value engineering
• Manage risk, change control, and reporting across all phases of the project
• Coordinate and lead internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and supply chain partners
• Chair high-level meetings, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues
• Support the mentoring and development of junior team members, contributing to structured APC development

Experience & Skills Required

• Significant project leadership experience, ideally 10+ years, within a consultancy or client-side environment
• Proven track record delivering large-scale capital projects (GBP100m+) within government, blue light, healthcare, or defence sectors
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contract
• Experienced in working with local authorities, Trusts, and other public sector bodies
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially focused with a detailed understanding of project risk, contract strategy, and procurement
• Adept at leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing multiple priorities
• Chartered status with RICS, APM, CIOB, or equivalent (or working towards) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position on a major public sector project with a respected consultancy that values delivery excellence, team development, and long-term client partnerships.

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch.