Project Director

1st Step Solutions Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national contractor is seeking a Project Director in Newbury to oversee major M&E projects and manage multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience and a degree in engineering. This senior role offers a competitive salary and the chance to lead landmark UK projects with flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working arrangements

Car allowance or company car

Travel expenses covered

Comprehensive corporate benefits

Qualifications

• Substantial experience directing major mechanical and electrical projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills.
• Consistent track record of delivering projects to time and budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all phases of major projects.
• Oversee teams and ensure delivery against benchmarks.
• Champion best practices in health, safety, environment, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Overview

Position: Project Director

Office Location: Newbury

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience

Reference: PD0209SD

Here at 1st Step Solutions, we are supporting a leading national M&E contractor who are seeking a dynamic Project Director to join their growing team. This individual will be responsible for taking ownership of high-profile infrastructure projects. This is a pivotal role for an accomplished leader with the expertise to manage large-scale project delivery while building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.

This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to direct complex mechanical and electrical engineering works from concept through to completion, shaping the success of landmark schemes and driving technical excellence across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all phases of major M&E projects, from design and procurement to installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and consultants, ensuring delivery against programme, cost, and quality benchmarks.
• Champion best practice in health, safety, environment, and quality management.
• Lead design coordination, value engineering, and risk management to optimise outcomes.
• Act as the senior interface for clients and stakeholders, maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.
• Contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities, securing repeat work, and enhancing the company's market reputation.

About You

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Substantial experience directing major M&E projects.
• In-depth knowledge of design, installation, and commissioning across both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage large teams to deliver exceptional results.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills.
• Consistent track record of delivering projects to time, budget, and quality targets.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Car allowance or company car
• Travel expenses covered to site (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
• Comprehensive corporate benefits
• Opportunity to play a leading role in delivering landmark UK projects

How to apply

Please respond to this advert or call the Bristol Team on 0117 332 6633

About 1st Step Solutions Ltd

Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment - from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers.

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