Project Director in Eastern England

Energy Jobline AZ; England; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider in the UK is seeking a Project Director with a strong mechanical background. This senior role demands expertise in overseeing multiple EPC projects while ensuring operational excellence and compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and significant leadership experience in regulated industries, such as nuclear. Attractive executive package including competitive salary, bonus, and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Car allowance

Healthcare benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in mechanical engineering.
• Proven track record of overseeing large-scale EPC projects.
• Strong business acumen and budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all construction operations.
• Oversee a portfolio of EPC projects ensuring quality and safety.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Construction management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Executive-level leadership training

Tools

PMP

NEBOSH

Job description

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Project Director (Mechanical Background) Location: Bridgwater area (Don’t need to live locally – as Accommodation will be expensed) Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: TBC Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary, Bonus, Car Allowance, Pension, Healthcare, Disturbance Allowance, Accommodation Costs

About Us

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.

The Role

We are seeking a senior leader with a strong mechanical background to join our leadership team as Project Director. This is a high-impact role with accountability for multiple major EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects across the UK. You will provide strategic direction, governance, and operational oversight across the full project lifecycle — ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery. Beyond execution, you will play a pivotal role in shaping business growth, driving innovation, and developing a high-performing culture across construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all construction operations, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and client expectations.
• Oversee a portfolio of EPC projects, ensuring delivery to time, cost, quality, and safety standards.
• Drive operational excellence, standardisation, and continuous improvement across multi-site construction teams.
• Take executive accountability for safety, compliance, quality assurance, and regulatory engagement.
• Partner with executive leadership, engineering, and procurement functions to optimise project integration and performance.
• Lead and mentor senior construction managers, developing talent pipelines and succession plans.
• Manage financial performance, including project budgets, forecasts, and resource planning.
• Represent Altrad at senior client engagements, industry forums, and regulatory bodies.

Key Requirements

• Experience in mechanical engineering and piping disciplines (design, construction, or maintenance) is essential, with significant senior leadership experience.
• Proven track record of overseeing large-scale EPC construction projects in highly regulated industries (nuclear experience highly desirable).
• Strong business acumen, with experience in budget management, commercial strategy, and operational governance.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage large, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Skilled at stakeholder engagement, from client C-suites through to regulatory authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver strategic change, innovation, and cultural transformation.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Executive-level leadership training or certifications (e.g., MBA, Chartered Engineer status) advantageous.
• Relevant industry accreditations (PMP, NEBOSH, SMSTS, etc.) valued.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in shaping the future of the UK’s most critical infrastructure projects.
• Competitive executive package with bonus, pension, car allowance, and healthcare.
• Lead transformational projects at the forefront of the nuclear and energy transition industries.
• Join a forward-thinking organisation with clear progression to senior executive opportunities.

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