Project Director (Civils) - Plymouth

Girling Jones Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving civil engineering firm in Devonport is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead a major infrastructure upgrade programme. The successful candidate will possess a degree in Civil Engineering and significant experience in complex environments. This role offers the opportunity to shape project delivery and work with a dynamic team on exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience leading civil infrastructure design and construction.
• Active UK National status and ability to obtain DV Security Clearance.
• Deep understanding of infrastructure lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of key assignments and business areas.
• Provide expert input on design and construction of infrastructure assets.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Civil Engineering expertise

Project management

Strategic direction

Health & Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered membership with ICE or similar (or working towards)

Job description

My client is looking to appoint an experienced Project Director to join this rapidly growing and successful part of the business. Based down on Devonport Dockyard, you will be involved in the delivery of the multi-million pound upgrade programme of works exciting stuff!

The Role:

A Project Director, you'll be primarily responsible as a Civils and Infrastructure Lead to join a high-profile team and be the face of the delivery - a key role in the overall programme

Key Duties:

• You will ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments
• Lead the delivery of civils and infrastructure scope across a major programme, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide expert input on the design and construction of infrastructure assets, including site development, groundworks, utilities, and enabling works.
• Act as the technical point of contact for stakeholders on civil and structural engineering issues.
• Develop and oversee integration strategies between civils and other technical disciplines (MEP, structural, nuclear, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, particularly in relation to heavy civils, utilities, and temporary works.
• You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations
• Support financial planning and budget oversight for infrastructure scope
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams with a focus on developing infrastructure delivery capabilities.

You ll need to have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Understand EPC - Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations and Maintenance - This is Essential
• Chartered membership with ICE or similar (or working towards)
• Substantial experience leading civil infrastructure design and construction within complex, secure environments (e.g. defence, nuclear, industrial)
• Deep understanding of infrastructure lifecycle: site development, utilities, ground remediation, and enabling works
• Active UK National status and ability to obtain DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance
• Knowledge of NEC or similar contract forms

Needless to say, this role can offer so much value to someone's career, let alone the fact you'll be joining a great team on a genuinely exciting programme

Apply today and we can have a chat in a bit more detail