Project Director - Manchester Expansion

Pace Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Recruitment Ltd and a leading main contractor seek a Project Director to spearhead a new Manchester division. The role drives regional growth, develops the client base, and oversees operational delivery from inception to handover.

You will establish a local team, manage projects up to £5m, and build long-term relationships with clients across the North West, with a competitive package and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at senior level within a main contracting environment.
• Strong technical and commercial background with understanding of construction contracts.
• Experience overseeing projects from tender through to completion.
• Established network of clients, subcontractors and suppliers in Manchester and the North West.
• Commercially astute, entrepreneurial and capable of developing a regional operation.
• Experience across sectors such as pharmaceutical, healthcare and defence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from initial tender and pre-construction through to delivery and final handover.
• Take overall responsibility for projects typically valued up to £5m.
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and in accordance with contracts.
• Drive regional business development, identifying new opportunities and establishing long-term client relationships.
• Build, manage and develop a local delivery team as the division grows.
• Work closely with the Southern leadership team to implement the regional growth strategy.

Job description

Pace Recruitment Ltd and a leading main contractor seek a Project Director to spearhead a new Manchester division. The role drives regional growth, develops the client base, and oversees operational delivery from inception to handover.

You will establish a local team, manage projects up to £5m, and build long-term relationships with clients across the North West, with a competitive package and strong growth opportunities.