Project Director - Major Projects

JMG Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking a Project Director to oversee a landmark project exceeding £100m. This senior role involves managing the project lifecycle from tender to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large construction projects, strong leadership, and commercial skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading large, complex construction projects (£100m+).
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tender process and develop procurement strategy.
• Oversee mobilisation and delivery planning through a detailed Project Execution Plan.
• Implement a proactive client aftercare strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client Management

Commercial Acumen

Education

Chartered status or professional membership (e.g. MCIOB, CEng MICE)

Tools

BIM

NEBOSH Certificate

Job description

We’re currently seeking a Project Director for our client to lead the delivery of a landmark construction project in excess of £100m. This is a senior leadership role within a well-established Tier 1 contractor, responsible for overseeing the project from tender stage through to completion.

Reporting to the Regional Director, you’ll play a key part in shaping delivery strategy, managing risk, and driving commercial and operational success across the full lifecycle of the project.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

• Lead the tender process alongside estimating, commercial, and planning teams
• Develop procurement strategy and oversee key supply chain engagement
• Manage internal start-up meetings and produce method statements and programmes
• Identify and manage project risks through a comprehensive risk register

Construction Delivery

• Oversee mobilisation and delivery planning through a detailed Project Execution Plan (PEP)
• Ensure all contract documentation is in place and compliant
• Drive delivery performance across quality, health & safety, and programme
• Manage stakeholder and client relationships throughout the build

Post-Construction

• Implement a proactive client aftercare strategy
• Ensure timely resolution of defects and obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects
• Capture client feedback and build positive long-term relationships for future work

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive experience in leading large, complex construction projects (£100m+)
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management skills (e.g. CVRs, PEP)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management abilities
• Chartered status or professional membership (e.g. MCIOB, CEng MICE) preferred
• Sound understanding of health, safety, environmental, and fire regulations
• Familiarity with BIM and modern construction methodologies
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent HSE training
• Background in complex, multi-disciplinary technical projects
• Strong network and profile within the UK construction sector

Ready to take the lead on projects that make a difference?

Apply now! I look forward to speaking to you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Construction

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