Project Director

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known recruiting company is seeking a Project Director to lead high-end residential projects between £4m–£20m. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing projects, excellent communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. This permanent role involves guiding teams and ensuring standards are met while maintaining a friendly demeanor.

Qualifications

• Experience running projects as No.1 on site in the £2m–£20m range.
• High-end residential / prime refurb pedigree.
• A CV that shows loyalty and progression.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating all project activity.
• Using Project Commander software to manage programming and delays.
• Leading pre-construction and post-completion phases.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Tools

Project Commander

Job description

Overview

Direct the projects everyone else just talks about. Project Director – High-End Residential in Hampshire, Surrey, and Wiltshire. Permanent position with experience-led, family-run contractors who specialise in high-end residential builds.

We’re looking for a Project Director who can lead projects in the £4m–£20m bracket with calm authority that reassures clients and motivates contractors to excel.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating all project activity, ensuring strategy is implemented in practice, not just discussed in PowerPoint.
• Using Project Commander software to manage programming, reporting, and delay analysis.
• Leading pre-construction and post-completion phases with a sharp eye for detail and defects.
• Managing people — clients, teams, and stakeholders — without losing your cool or sense of humour.
• Navigating JCT contracts, notifications, and disputes with experienced ease.
• Ensuring SHE standards are followed rigorously.

Ideal candidate: responsible, personable, organized. A strategist who can still roll up their sleeves.

Qualifications

• Experience running projects as No.1 on site in the £2m–£20m range.
• High-end residential / prime refurb pedigree.
• A CV that shows loyalty and progression, not just a list of company logos.
• Titles you may have gone by: Project Director, Project Lead, Construction Director, Senior Contracts Manager.

How to apply

If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this Project Director role in the Home Counties, or wish to have a confidential chat, please send a CV to Spencer Wade at [e-mail] or call on (phone number removed).

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