Project Director - Major Infrastructure Programme

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor seeks a seasoned Project Director for a multi-billion-pound infrastructure project in the UK. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high safety standards and commercial performance while overseeing all project phases. Ideal candidates will have extensive international experience and a strong educational background in engineering or construction management.

Qualifications

• Proven success in delivering multi-billion-pound infrastructure projects.
• Strong international experience managing joint ventures.
• Deep understanding of NEC contracts and UK commercial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of a major infrastructure project exceeding £1bn.
• Oversee all project phases from design to handover.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety laws.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Risk Management

Commercial Strategy

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Chartered Status

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Project Director - Major Infrastructure Programme, Warrington, Cheshire

Client:

NEO International Partners

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Project Director - Major Infrastructure - Multi-billion-pound Infrastructure Programme

Neo International Partners is leading a global campaign to recruit an experienced and dynamic Project Director for an iconic multi-billion-pound project. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and renowned contractor.

About the Role

A globally respected infrastructure contractor seeks a Project Director to lead the delivery of a major, multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme in the UK. This role offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional with extensive international experience to oversee one of Europe's most significant infrastructure projects currently in procurement and development.

The successful candidate will manage a multidisciplinary team through all project stages—from preconstruction to handover—ensuring delivery meets high standards of safety, quality, and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of a major infrastructure project exceeding £1bn.
• Oversee all project phases, including procurement, design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Provide strategic leadership to large delivery teams across engineering, commercial, construction, and programme control.
• Foster collaboration among contractors, consultants, clients, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety laws and promote continuous improvement and risk management.
• Manage the project's commercial strategy, including cost control, contracts, and value engineering.
• Represent the organization with senior stakeholders at executive and governmental levels.
• Monitor progress, budgets, KPIs, and implement mitigation measures proactively.

Key Requirements

• Proven success in delivering multi-billion-pound infrastructure projects in sectors like transportation, tunneling, water, or energy.
• Strong international experience, preferably managing joint ventures or consortia in complex stakeholder environments.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; chartered status preferred.
• Deep understanding of NEC contracts and UK infrastructure commercial frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills for managing diverse teams.
• Experience working with senior government, regulatory, and client bodies.
• Experience with sustainability and ESG targets is advantageous.

To apply, submit your CV via LinkedIn or contact Leah Roberts at [emailprotected].